A hammer
Dave.
Thats actually a good point DM. Is it a nylon hammer that imparts shock to help move metal? I ask this because I have two BSA Mercury rifles and one definately needs attention as it wont push out a pellet yet has had a new breech seal..
Not wishing to divert from the principal topic of tools on this thread, to protect the outside surfaces, I have to commend Ballistol, both their original and specific Gunex versions.
They work well on rust and provide a protective coating on the wood and metal. It is more than a coating, you are anointing.
Last edited by Heugher; 26-11-2022 at 06:20 AM.
Millimetres matter
Get yourself a nice soft hammer ( the type with nylon heads). These are really useful and safeguard your metalwork.
Kindest regards
Barrel
IF I WALKED ON WATER PEOPLE WOULD SAY I COULD NOT SWIM !
Thanks for the tips Guys. Even though the list is growing its not an expensive one.... some knowledgable enterprising soul could make a sticky out of this as there is plenty foe someone entering tinkering for the first time to think about?
Tools are a bit more extensive than what I have been using Evert! I have a box full of old screwdrivers etc that will all be replaced. I am looking forward to a fresh start with relevant tools
I keep a separate toolbox for the gun gear, oils & greases to save them from getting mixed up with my diy/motorbike/pushbike tools, & a Deben rifle bench rest.
An interesting thread, thanks for starting it.
ATB
Bru
Webley Mk3 x2, Falcon & Junior rifles, HW35x2, AirSporter x2, Gold Star, Meteors x2, Diana 25. SMK B19, Webley Senior, Premier, Hurricane x 2, Tempest, Dan Wesson 8", Crosman 3576, Legends PO8.
Good shout Laverdabru with the rifle rest! I fitted a different scope to a little Meteor this morning-even an Indian Goddess with 8 arms would have had her work cut out! Fiddly damned thing kept slipping.... a rifle rest would have sorted that out no problem!
Scopes/Meteor - don't get me started! Recently bought a 4x40 ex demo Richter, fitted it to a Mk 5, found I couldn't cock it - DOH!
Will fit it to the older HW35 in due course,
ATB
Bru
Webley Mk3 x2, Falcon & Junior rifles, HW35x2, AirSporter x2, Gold Star, Meteors x2, Diana 25. SMK B19, Webley Senior, Premier, Hurricane x 2, Tempest, Dan Wesson 8", Crosman 3576, Legends PO8.
I use an MTM Gun Vise for servicing and fitting scopes. https://solware.co.uk/mtm-gun-viceA couple of small spirit levels like this are useful from most chain DIY shops, as can be a plumb line - helps get everything 'square' https://www.homebase.co.uk/stanley-pocket-level/12814017.html