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Do you have a print for that reamer?
There is a lot to learn about chamber prints. We recommend the post on this blog. We are asked for reamer prints on a daily basis. We have never provided them as they do not represent a specific tool. Prints are representative of what you would receive. Reamer makers like all machinists use tolerances when…
Understanding Headspace: Unlocking the Secrets for Safe and Accurate Shooting
By Brady Kirkpatirick Introduction If you’re in the world of firearms, you’ve likely heard the term ‘headspace.’ But what is it, and why is it so vital? My name is Brady Kirkpatrick, the founder of GunMade.com, and I’ve spent years delving into the intricacies of firearms, including the concept of headspace. In the simplest terms,…
What is chip welding?
The Chamber reamers that we carry at 4D Reamer Rentals LTD are all High Speed Steel (HSS). When we inspect reamers upon return from rental we look for a few things. Obvious damage of any kind. (dings, chips, modifications, burns, rounded edges to name a few) Dirt/metal chips from the reaming process Oil (in excess)…
Sherman Wildcat Cartridges
4D is proud to announce that we have made an exclusive deal with Tyler Jacobs, Owner of Sherman Wildcat Cartridges. We are now the exclusive source to rent proprietary reamers and headspace gauges for the entire Sherman lineup. While Fred Zeglin was working on the second edition of his Wildcat Cartridges book for Gun Digest…
Another Great Book!
Stuart Otteson wrote two books about “The Bolt Action”, this is Volume I They are considered to be the go-to books for people who want the facts about modern bolt actions. Not only how they work but all the important engineering details. Stuart is a Mechanical Engineer by trade and he analyzed each action in…
Gunsmithing Student Handbook Series
Fred Zeglin released two titles in his new series of instructional books for anyone who wants to understand how guns work. Tailored to students of gunsmithing, whether you are a hobbyist or a professional Zeglin bring over 3 decades of gunsmithing and teaching to the table. These books are clear and concise detailing specific subjects. Lee…
