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As
the collector market for G-43 rifles pushes
prices steadily upward, it becomes profitable to restore receivers
that need major work. This customer had two receivers and
decided to use parts off one to restore the other. This project
was accomplished with precise measurements, accurate cuts
and careful welding. The finished receiver appears as though
nothing this dramatic happened to it. The donor receiver may
get a full restoration in the future.
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This
receiver was in better shape so our
customer wanted it restored.
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The
cuts to remove the sight base were precise.
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This
receiver may get a full restoration in the future.
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Like
stem cells, one sight base can easily be made to restore function
to the other sight impaired receiver!
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Match
machining after millwork.
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Checking
the fit. It was within .003 of an inch.
No one else does this kind of work.
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Der
TIG Meister's work. It's a challenge to
avoid warping the thin metal sides.
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Cleaning
up the weld, sculpting the form and
prep for bluing.
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The
finished receiver appears as a Veteran
polished bring back souvenir.
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