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  1. Curios and Relics
    What do you guys trust in cleaning off all the goo and cosmoline off an old milsurp? I've heard of brake cleaner, kerosene, diesel, etc. but those seem harsh for the old metal. Also what won't damage the wood? Any advice is much appreciated.
  2. Pistol Permits
    Hi Guys, First post here. I've been lurking for a while. I have an Erie County Permit (restricted) I've had it 5.5 years. I submitted the application to remove the restrictions (target / hunting) about 8 weeks ago. Anyone go through this process recently? Any idea how long it takes or any...
  3. Ammunition and Reloading
    lee turret press, lee 223 remington die, rcbs #10 shell holder brass tumbled in rice/barley with a small amount of liquid wax. visually inspected shell interior for boxer "single flashole" I deprimed approx 30 or so, no problem. put it away for another day. Reset the shell die +1/3-1/2 turn from...
  4. The AR-15
    So, if I get the FAQ right front the state website. I remove the pistol grip and replace it with one of those types that are being posted...am I ok? Put it on and no register?................any thoughts?
  5. The AR-15
    Can anyone suggest a qualified gun smith to have the sear block removed from a Colt? I know I COULD do it myself, but am not looking forward to such a project, so I want it professionally done. Thank everyone.
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  7. The AR-15
    i need to get my pinned muzzle break off so i can replace my gas block with a low profile one. Any one know the best way to remove it with out destroying the barrel and break or at lest the barrel
  8. Pistol Permits
    My brother just called to tell me that he finally got his permit in the mail today. It only took him about 6 months - Cayuga County. And to his surprise, he gets a "Restricted - Sportsman Only" Permit. His background: 29 yo, BA College Graduate, then joined the Army as a Ranger - 68WU, got...
  9. Laws and Politics - Firearms/Self Defense/Weapons
    Specifically regarding AK's. I'm eyeing up a non-compliant piece that pretty much just needs the bayo lug removed to be kosher. However, I don't want to remove the section that holds the cleaning rod. Can you just mill the 'wings' or tabs off the side and retain the part that holds the rod?
  10. DIY Projects and Builds
    got another norinco sks and wanted to pin on a muzzle device (muzzle break) to it to help complete the wanna be ak look cant remove the front pin from under sight any tricks i dont know?
  11. Rimfire Handguns and Rifles
    In the for sale section there is a thread about some great air rifles for sale and it prompted me to write this. I want to go on the record here that I do not advocate breaking the law, nor do I intentionally do so myself. However for educational purposes let's explore some options. If your...
  12. The AR-15
    I'm getting my muzzle break pinned this week, and I just had a thought pop into my head...Once pinned and welded...can the standard A2 sight/gas block be removed at a later date if I wanted to switch it out for a low profile gas block? Will it slide over the muzzle break? or will I have to cut...
  13. DIY Projects and Builds
    I assume the bolt on the right should be good to go. no shine to it... never can tell if something stainless. and i dont want to poison myself
  14. Ammunition and Reloading
    hey guys, im thinking of making an ammunition display just for a little rainy day project. i have an inertia hammer so i can remove the main powder charge eaisily but is there any way to remove the primer without setting it off? or should i just press the projectile back on with the primer still...
  15. DIY Projects and Builds
    Tried taking the gas block off my DelTon upper to replace it and can't get the pins out, first i tried tap a, tap a, tap a, with a little sissie hammer, than a 16 oz claw and finally a 4 lb mallet. tried various punches and even heated up the gas block to no avail.I measured the heads first to...
  16. Rifles
    never had any experience with it but bought a new gun covered in it. i have read up and have a general idea on what im doing. Just looking to see how others do it or if you have any tips on a good way to remove it. thanks
  17. Pistol Permits
    Have had a pistol permit in the city of Albany for over 2 years without incident. Recently submitted a letter to the judge asking my "restrictions" removed. I hear from John Q Public all the time that it won't happen in Albany, but then again when I talk to people more in the know regarding...
  18. Pistol Permits
    Hi, I'm new here. I started a post about my present delema on another forum and would like to see what you guys think. I got my restriction removal denial letter Tuesday. I thought that after showing the variety of training and safty courses i've had, and with whats going on in Westchester...
  19. Handguns
    Just got done cleaning the barrel of G30 and noticed copper being left in the barrel along the rifling any lead and powder seems to be all gone, I used hoppe's #9 solvent let it set for about an hour or more and then used a bronze brush. It not enough copper that is going to keep the bullet...
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