Easy-to-follow, step-by-step directions for a wide variety of gunsmithing procedures. Well illustrated with photo and diagram. Valuable information for every skill level, from the novice gunsmith, to the completely-equipped professional. Hands-on guidance needed to perform professional work on collector firearms like the Winchester M-85 and original Remington rolling blocks; small and large-action Martini rifles, the FBWs, Rugers, the Browning M-78, etc. You'll find out how to build a 45-70 target rifle from the modern Navy Arms rolling block action; how to restore an old boy's rifle; how to improve the accuracy, appearance and handling qualities of a low-priced modern break-opens. Data on glass bedding procedures, open sight selection, forearm attaching techniques, silver soldering and welding, making escutcheons, salvaging old rusty actions, and much much more! (paraphrased from rear-panel notes).