Gunsmithing

Learn how to apply your own DuraCoat finish using Lauer Custom Weaponry's new DuraCoat Aerosol Kit with this do-it-yourself guide.

The new Traditions Mountain Rifle is a finely crafted and functional reproduction of the classic 19th century Hawken design.

Do-It-Yourself 80 percent firearm builds represent a great chance to increase your gun knowledge, and they have been becoming more and more popular in recent years.

Do you have your barrel and receiver set up to run flawlessly in your AR-style rifle? Most likely yes, but there are certain configurations that just won’t do and need work to function properly.

Given its operation in an AR-15, you might think the carrier sees a lot of wear and tear. But its longevity is quite impressive in the overall scheme of things.

As shooters, we are always looking for the hottest new gear and gadgets. Check out these 16 great new shooting accessories.

American Gunsmithing Institute (AGI) has tons of excellent gunsmithing video courses. Many of these courses are now available at the Gun Digest Store.

The Gun Boss AK47 gives Kalashnikov fans everything they need to keep their rifle running right.

Fitting an aftermarket barrel to the Ruger 10/22 is simpler than it is with many firearms, but it does require some knowhow.

Watch the violent and amazing process Ruger’s barrels go through in the cold hammer forge.

It’s the time of year that one online gun store enjoys a surge in D.I.Y. project orders.

Velocity Triggers is offering shooters an affordable and what appears to be a well-built drop-in option.

Watch as the lock, stock and barrel of a Holland & Holland come together under the skillful hands of master craftsmen. Simply beautiful.

Curious how a majority of semi-automatic rifles go about their business? These animations will give you a solid idea about how a gas-operated rifle cycles.

We went behind the scenes at Glock’s new Smyrna, Ga., plant to see how one of the world’s most dependable handgun manufacturers gets it done.

Modern Shooter TV takes a look at the art and craft of gunsmithing – from custom engraving to basic maintenance.