This is for those that like to shoot and tinker with their guns. Caution, don't tackle gunsmithing jobs unless you really know what you're doing. You can get yourself into trouble, issues such as malfunctions and other accidents that can lead to you getting hurt. There are other activities you can do though, such as field stripping, taking grips off, taking springs out are all things I do recommend you do at home. Its a lot of fun and very satisfying, but you need to make sure you have the right gunsmithing tools and understand how they are used.
An Intro To Gunsmithing Tools
Just be sure that you don't bite off more than you can chew. Do what you are comfortable with and have knowledge on. These gunsmithing tools we are going to introduce you to here are not only useful but pretty much necessary if you are going to be doing any sort of work on your guns. Check them out.
Screwdriver Set
A quality screwdriver set can last you years
You need a dedicated gunsmithing screwdriver set. We like Brownells Magna Tips. These will fit virtually any gun and are of very high quality. The screws in a gunsmithing screwdriver set are made specifically for guns, while a standard screwdriver will slip off. Definitely worth their weight in gold.
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Hemostat
Awesome tool for gun surgery
A hemostat is very useful when tinkering with your gun and is one that most people might not think of. They are very helpful when you want to unhook or hook up a spring or align little parts that are too delicate to do with your hands. You can either pick some up online or hit up your doctor or dentist and get one of their old pairs.
- 6 Inch in length
- Sponge hemostat
- Stainless steel composition
Tweezers
You are sure to find tons of uses for them beyond grabbing little pieces
One can never go wrong with an awesome pair of tweezers. We love tweezers that are offset. They are nice because it makes it super easy to reach inside a gun and grab a pin that might have dropped or fallen out of place. They are also very useful when it comes to cleaning your gun. It will make it easy to get a tiny piece of dirt or gunk that is in a hard-to-reach place.
- 6 Inch in length
- Serrated jaws
- Stainless steel composition
Dental Pick
One of the best tools for really small spaces
The dental pick is another tool many people might not think about. You can easily unhook a spring arm or pull out an extractor with ease. These are really useful gunsmithing tools for those tough little jobs that might take you a long time otherwise.
- ✅ Double-ended steel dental picks
- ✅ 4 Pieces | Shapes of pick ends vary from photos
- ✅ Ideal for Dentists, Jewelers, Mechanics, and Fishermen
Barrel Bushing Wrench
These make it easy to work on any 1911 with no frustration
If you are going to be doing work with 1911 style guns you are going to want a good quality barrel bushing wrench. This will make sure that you are able to move those increasingly difficult to turn fitted bushings that are in the more modern 1911's.
- Country of origin: China
- Product type: Sporting goods
- Sports and Outdoors accessories
Parallel Jaw Pliers
The even pressure gives you great stability when working on a tricky project
Parallel jaw pliers are awesome. They have smooth jaws that provide even pressure on any part you are holding with them. You can find a pair of these pliers on Amazon or from Brownells.
- Ideal pliers for a applying an even pressure to metal and wire
- Made of High Grade Tool Steel with a Brass Lined Jaw That Prevents Marring on Metal
- Pliers have extension return spring in handle that provides for easy operation
Punch Set
Standard punches are awesome placeholders
You are going to want a good quality punch set. You should get one with starter punches and standard punches. The starter punches are great so that you don't mark or hurt the gun. The standard punches are awesome to driving out pins and holding different things together such as a trigger group or an action.
- FAST AND SAFE: Help to drive out or insert solid pins, hollow pins, and springs.Boosteady Roll Pin Punch Set will be the tools that help you get the...
- ZIPPERED TOOL ORGANIZER POUCH: Keeps everything neatly organized space saving and easy to use. Come with a carrying pouch to keep tools organized.
- QUALITY BUILT: Made of harden steel.Drop forged and heat treated steel for extreme durability. Specifically designed for gunsmith
Non-Marring Hammer
Also has a brass end for harder jobs where marring is not an issue
You will definitely want some sort of non-marring hammer. It's great because you can easily get a tight piece off your gun such as a slide without hurting the gun or marring the steel. These can be super handy.
- TRIPLE WEDGE CONSTRUCTION - An optimized design securely fastens the hammer head to its hickory handle.
- BUILT FOR THE PRO – The optimal hammer for framers, roofers, carpenters, contractors, tradesman & serious DIYers
- MULTI-USE MALLET - Versatility at its finest and perfect for sheet metal forming, upholstery, automotive, furniture assembly, tile setting, flooring...
Caliper
You can use this for hundreds of different things
You are always going to want a quality caliper. I prefer a digital caliper for quick, easy and accurate readings. Great for measuring the sight heights or barrel diameter.
- Precise and Accurate - Our 6 Inch digital calipers have a measurement range of 0-6”/0-150mm with an accuracy measure of ± 0.01"/0.3mm. The perfect...
- High Quality Stainless Steel – Gyros digital caliper measuring tool is made from durable stainless steel, equipped with knurled thumb roller and...
- Multi-Function and Conversion – One button quickly changes between measuring modes: millimeter and inch. You can measure the internal, external...
Q-tips
I use these every time I clean my guns
Last but not least is the Q-tip. Buy hundreds of them. These can be super useful for cleaning the gun, applying oil, and guiding parts in. You will definitely use dozens of them on each of your projects.
Bonus Must-Haves
- You will for sure want good quality lubricant. You are going to be taking apart and putting your guns back together over and over so it is always good to have lubricant to keep them in top shape.
- Have a magnifying glass. This will help find and put together those little parts that are easy to miss.
You can also check out this full video on an Intro To Gunsmithing
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