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How to disassemble & reassemble Glock 17, 19, 21, 22, 23, 31, 32, 35, & 36 pistols

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 20:58:58 GMT

One of the most beloved qualities of Glock handguns is how easy they are to disassemble and how disassembling them varies so little across models. This video will show you how to dis- and reassemble any of the Glock models listed in the title, because the procedure is the same for all of them, using only a ballpoint pen.

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How to detail strip and clean a Glock 17 handgun

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 20:21:38 GMT

The Glock 17 9mm handgun is one of the most popular and effective on Earth, and is a great choice for a self-defense weapon. This video will show you how to detail strip and clean a Glock 17 quickly, easily, and effectively, ensuring it will fire every time you need it to.

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How to remove the floorplate on a Glock magazine

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 20:18:30 GMT

Keeping your Glock handgun clean and in perfect working order is the subject of many videos, but comparatively few cover that all-important gun companion the magazine. This video will show you how to remove the floorplate from a Glock magazine so you can work on it or clean it.

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How to detail strip a Glock Model 30 handgun

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 20:14:56 GMT

Field stripping a gun is one thing, but detail stripping it is really taking it apart completely. This video will show you how to quick and easily detail strip a Glock Model 30 handgun so that you can clean or upgrade it.

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How to use the trigger safety safely on a Glock handgun

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 20:12:17 GMT

One of the distinctive features of the Glock handguns is their use of trigger safeties. Unlock most handguns where the safety is an on/off switch, on a Glock one disengages the safety by holding the gun in their hand and touching the trigger. This video will show you how it works.

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How to field strip and reassemble a Glock 19 handgun

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 20:09:13 GMT

One of the great thing about the Glock family of handguns is that the procedure for working on each model is pretty much identical. This video will show you how to field strip and reassemble a Glock 19, but these instructions will work on most other Glocks too.

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How to assemble and disassemble a Glock 17 handgun

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 20:05:08 GMT

If you've ever watched a cop movie, you've probably seen a Glock 17. It's the gun that put Glock on the map, and remains their iconic model. This video will show you how to disassemble and reassemble a Glock 17.

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How to take apart / disassemble and reassemble a Glock 26 "Baby Glock"

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 20:01:19 GMT

The Glock 26 came out in 2010 and represents the latest in subcompact handgun technology. If you've already gotten one and need some help assembling and disassembling it, watch this video for a quick and silent guide to doing so.

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How to disassemble and reassemble a Glock 17 handgun

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 19:57:09 GMT

The Glock 17 is one of them most popular handguns in the world, the iconic Glock popularized by police and police films in the 1980's. They're a great place for new gun owners to start, and this video will show you how to disassemble and reassemble a Glock 17 while teaching you all of the relevant terminology related to the gun.

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How To Disassemble Any Glock Semi-Automatic Handgun

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 17:03:56 GMT

Everyone knows what a Glock is.

It's one of the most recognizable semi-automatic handguns in the world, made by Glock Ges.m.b.H. in Austria. And it's best known for its notorious polymer plastic frame, which makes it a lightweight firearm that can hide under the radar.

Military and law enforcement around the world use them. And gun enthusiasts and fanatics have at least one stored away for a rainy day.

When it comes to a concealed carried weapon, Tommy Lee Jones's character from U.S. Marshals said it best— “Get yourself a Glock and lose that nickel-plated sissy pistol."

New York City police officer carry Glocks. Rappers constantly boast about their use. And even Saddam Hussein had one during his last hoo-rah. [via New York Times]

But no matter who you are or why you have a Glock, you need to know the basic disassembly and cleaning procedures to make sure your firearm will work when you need it to. Below are videos tutorials for most Glock models, showing you the basic field stripping procedure to the most detailed takedown.

Glock 17

This was the first of its kind— the Glock 17, the original 9x19mm Parabellum model. It has a standard mag capacity of 17 rounds and has seen several redesigns and inspired the rest of the Glock handgun models.

The first video gives a good explanation on disassembling and reassembling the Glock 17 CCW. It's pretty easy, as is all Glock guns, but you still have to think of safety first. Always make sure the weapon is NOT loaded! The second video is another detailed safety and disassembly guide that's just as helpful.

Glock 17 - Disassembly & Reassembly Guide

Clean, maintain, and operate a Glock automatic pistol

Glock 19

The Glock 19 is an oldie, but a goodie. It was first made available in 1988, primarily for military and law enforcement use, but over the years it's become a staple in every Glock fan's home. Check out the two videos below for the disassembly and reassembly instructions for field stripping.

Field strip a Glock handgun

Glock 21

This video will give you the proper procedure for stripping and cleaning the Glock 21 pistol (.45 ACP). It's a really straightforward procedure and applies to most other Glock models.

Strip and clean a Glock pistol

Glock 22

If you've ever wanted to know the correct way to detail strip the .40 cal Glock 22 pistol, you're going to learn in the first video below. As always, you will not need to the handgun's magazine for disassembly. Learn about the basic parts of the Glock 22, like the recoil spring and barrel. Very informative. The second video gives you the basic field strip.

Detail strip a Glock 22 pistol

Field strip a GLOCK 22 .40 caliber pistol

Glock 23

This video will show you the basic field strip procedure for the Glock 23, a .40 S&W compact handgun. It's easy to follow and easy to do!

Field strip a Glock 23

Glock 26

Here's a few helpful videos about the Glock 26, 9x19mm, subcompact handgun, nicknamed the "Baby Glock". The first is an in-depth guide, naming all the gun parts, along with complete disassemble and reassemble procedure. The second and third videos are detail strip guides, with the third focusing on changing the trigger spring. The other ones are quick, but useful, field stripping guides.

Dismantle and reassemble a Glock 26 pistol

Glock 26 - Detail Strip Guide

Glock 26 - Detail Strip Guide & Parts Change

Glock 26 - Field Strip & Reassembly Guide

Glcok 26 - Quick Takedown Procedure

Glock 27

This guide for the Glock 27, .40 S&W, will show you how to disassemble, clean and properly lubricate the handgun. These cleaning instructions can be applied to the other models in this article.

Clean and lubricate the Glock firearm

Glock 30

If you own one of the Glock 30 pistols, you can feel the power of the .45 ACP in your hands. But before you can feel the power completely, you need to know the basics, like safety, disassembly and cleaning. Watch the videos below for a quick overview of these things on the Glock 30 handgun.

Glock 30 - Trigger Safety Guide

Glock 30 - Detailed Strip Guide (Disassembly)

Glock 30 - Barrel Assembly

Glock 30 - Cleaning

Glock 33

The Glock 33 is a .357 SIG and a powerhouse among the Glock pistols. But like the rest of the Glocks, its disassembly procedure is easy. This video applies to not only the Glock 33, but also the 17, 19, 21, 22, 31, 32, 35 and 36 models.

Glock Magazine Disassembly

If you've ever tried to figure out how to disassemble your Glock magazine, this video guide will answer all of your questions. It's easy to follow and straight to the point. Remember— a clean gun isn't anything without a clean functional mag.

Glock Mag - Disassembly Guide

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How to make a giant air cannon that shoots air balls over 30ft

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 22:00:17 GMT

If you want to build a projectile weapon system but never want to run out of ammo, try this how-to and build a giant cannon that shoots air balls! With easily available parts, costing under $15, you'll be ready to shoot in no time. Add fog and you have yourself a giant smoke ring shooter. With practice you can shoot hats off people with a harmless ball of air.

You'll need: a circular trash can, 2

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How to disassemble & reassemble the Benelli Super Black Eagle II shotgun

Thu, 06 Jan 2011 22:02:27 GMT

Benelli Shotguns are one of the best shotguns in the world, a favorite among skeet shooters, and one of the best and most reliable Benellis is the Super Black Eagle II, and cleaning and maintaining the weapon is a breeze. Even disassembling it is a cinch! This video will show you how easy it is to disassemble and reassemble the SBE II (Super Black Eagle II) shotgun, which makes cleaning a snap. It

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How to make a pneumatic potato cannon with commonly available items

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 18:38:22 GMT

Create a pneumatic spud gun using only commonly available items that may be found in your garage or local hardware store. This potato gun uses air pressure and will launch vegetables and fruits of all kinds over great lengths and with impressive velocity. Operate this potato launcher with caution.

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How to make hydrogen gas, then use it to make an exploding egg bomb

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 23:28:12 GMT

Hydrogen is the most common anything anywhere, and it blows up very nicely when you light it. Take advantage of that fact by making explosives! This video will teach you how create hydrogen gas, how to capture it in an egg, and use that egg and an igniter to make small bombs.

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How to do a 15 minute stretch / warmup to get ready for Krav Maga fighting

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 23:18:38 GMT

Krav Maga is the chosen combat technique of the IDF, and they know something about defending themselves. If you're interested in learning this awesome self-defense martial art, watch this video to learn how a 15-minute stretch and warmup will get you ready to fight.

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How to make a 2-liter bottle and Drano bomb

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 23:06:43 GMT

Drano is great stuff for cleaning out drains and killing people orally, but when combined with water and aluminum foil it can also be turned into a fun no-fire bomb! This video will teach you how to make on in a 2-liter plastic bottle.

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How to bump fire a 9mm AR-15 from the shoulder

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 18:38:31 GMT

The 9mm AR-15 might make some enthusiasts balk with it's small shell size, but this video should convince you that they are anything but wimpy. It will teach you how to bump fire an AR-15 from the shoulder, and after watching this guy do it you'll know how powerful a 9mm can be.

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How to bump fire a semi auto AR-15 with your belt loop

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 18:29:38 GMT

Bump firing an AR-15 is the best way to make it shoot really fast without getting an illegal full-auto mod. This video will teach you the easiest way to ump fire, using your belt loop to fire from the hip at astonishing speeds.

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How to bump fire a semiautomatic rifle from a bipod and from the shoulder

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 18:20:25 GMT

If you have a semiautomatic rifle and want to shoot at full auto speeds, you need to learn how to bump fire. It utilizes the recoil from the rifle to pull the trigger, allowing you to shoot at tremendous speed. This video will show you how to do it from the shoulder and from a bipod.

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How to bump fire a semiautomatic AR-15 from the hip

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 18:12:45 GMT

In most states getting a legal fully automatic rifle is impossible, but semiautomatic AR-15's and other rifles are much more readily available. If you're rocking a semi auto AR-15 your best bet for really fast firing is to bump fire it. Bump firing uses the recoil of the gun to pull the trigger, allowing you to shoot at full auto speeds with a legal gun. This video will show you how to do it from

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How to make a simple, easy ping pong ball launcher from PVC called the Ping Ponger

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 23:06:59 GMT

Ping pong balls can do a surprising amount of damage when they hit someone, as any Polish Ping Pong player knows, and launcher them effectively is great fun. This video will show you how to make the Ping Ponger, a ping pong ball launcher made almost exclusively of PVC pipe.

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How to construct an instant, no-fire ninja smoke bomb for quick escapes

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 22:42:37 GMT

Some of the most distinctive tools of the ninja in popular culture are the smoke bombs they throw at the ground the instantly go off without lighting them, yielding a dense cloud of smoke through which they escape. This video will show you how to make ninja smoke bombs at home you can use to make yourself vanish. Very useful for family gatherings and corporate meetings. Active ingredients include

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How To Build a Miniature Version of the Navy's Electromagnetic Railgun Weapon

Sat, 11 Dec 2010 02:12:08 GMT

Simon Phoenix used one in Demolition Man, terrorists got their hands on them in Eraser, and you've probably shot on in Halo, but are electromagnetic projectile weapons more than just science-fiction?

Yes, thanks to the United States Navy.

Today, December 10th, the Office of Naval Research (ONR) officially broke its own record for its stunning, powerful Electromagnetic Railgun, which can hurl a projectile hundreds of miles at super fast speeds— without using explosives. It all went down today at the Naval Surface Warfare Canter in Dahlgren, VA, where they successfully completed a 33-megajoule shot of their railgun device.

Electromagnetic Railgun world record setting event - 2010

A megajoule is a measurement of energy associated with a mass traveling at a certain velocity. In simple terms, a one-ton vehicle moving at 100 mph equals a megajoule of energy.

“Today’s Railgun test demonstrates the tactical relevance of this technology, which could one day complement traditional surface ship combat systems,” said Rear Adm. Nevin Carr, chief of naval research.

“The 33-megajoule shot means the Navy can fire projectiles at least 110 nautical miles, placing Sailors and Marines at a safe standoff distance and out of harm’s way, and the high velocities achievable are tactically relevant for air and missile defense,” he added. “This demonstration moves us one day closer to getting this advanced capability to sea.”

The Navy's Railgun also improves safety for Sailors and Marines because it will eliminate the need for a high-energy explosive warhead and traditional gun propellants. Removing explosives and chemicals will reduce the munitions logistic chain, plus make it more environmental friendly.

See the full press release here.

The railgun technology uses an electomagnetic current to accelerate a non-explosive bullet at several times the speed of sound. The conductive projectile zips along a set of electrically charged parallel rails and out of the barrel at speeds up to Mach 7.

This all means one thing— super fast penetration. It can hit a target 100 miles away or more within minutes.

The past record set by the ONR was in 2008, with just a mere 10-megajoule shot. The new railgun demonstration showed researchers are steadily progressing toward developing a gun that could hit targets almost 20 times farther than conventional ship combat systems.

Previous record of 10-megajoules in 2008

Now, since this awesome weaponry isn't hitting Navy ships anytime soon, and chances are you'll never get your hands on one of these destructive beasts, then I guess you'll just have to build your own.

BUILD A RAILGUN!

Granted, you're probably not going to succeed in building an electromagnetic rail gun like that Navy has, but rp181 has designed a smaller version over at Instructables. He shows the steps required to make your own DIY railgun, which he calls a "green method of projectile acceleration, with minimal byproducts and waste."

He also claims that aside from the electricity used to propel the projectile, the materials used do not post a hazard to the environment.

If you have limitless resources (and friends), this railgun project could cost you nothing. If not, you could end up paying a thousand bucks out of your pocket.

Warnings

Do not attempt this unless you have experience with high voltage and projectiles. This can be FATAL.

To make this railgun, you should already be familiar with them. Some of the obvious steps have been left out to prevent less-knowledgeable folks from injuring themselves.

If you need help or have questions, visit his blog.

Step 1 Parts List

Capacitor bank — (18) 400V, 3900uf capacitor's in parallel, which equals 5600 joules. Make sure you stay above 300V, and below 600V. These are harmless to the environment, and are aluminum-based.
Aluminum bus bars.
(3) 120uf, 300V capacitors.
60A, 600V diodes.
00 AWG cables.
Copper bar rails.
Aluminum (2" x 5" x 12")
Projectiles. Make it close tolerance.
Railgun enclosure. Design your own with a 0.5" bore, made from strong material. This one's green.
Misc. support equipment.
PVC for injector. Use your own design. Look up "spud gun" for ideas.

Step 2 Assemble the Enclosure

For the injector, decide on a good chamber volume. This injection stage was 1-foot long, so 4-feet of 5-inch PVC. The valve consists of a membrane, which is punctured by a nail when pushed in. If you want to go simple, use a ball valve. The enclosure should use many bolts, as to distribute the force. Make sure you material is strong, this is made of Garolite G-11. A cost effecive material is GP03 fiberglass, check out McMaster-Carr.

Your rails should only be after the injection stage. At the front, put "fake rails". This is where the projectile is accelarated by the injector. This should be non-conducting material, like teflon. Before construting the bank, fire the injector, to make sure the projecile can slide through. The projectile CANNOT be too loose, do as close tolerance as you can.

FOR THE REST OF RP181's TUTORIAL

Visit the tutorial on Instructables, or visit his website.

Shooting the railgun

Animation overview

References: PopSci, Fox News

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How to make a blow gun out of a broken airsoft gun

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 22:40:01 GMT

Airsoft guns are the guns of choice for many wargamers, and if your favorite one has broken it's a sad day. But wait! As long as the shooting mechanism still works you can make your broken gun into a powerful blow gun! This video will teach you how.

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How to build a high-powered metal air gun that shoots BB's or blow darts

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 22:22:28 GMT

Air guns aren't that expensive or hard to come by, but for the DIY inclined that doesn't always matter does it? This video will teach you how to make an awesome metal air gun that holds 120+ psi and shoots either ball bearings or blow darts. One of the easiest to make and most powerful homemade air-based weapons out there.

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How to make a Jenga block pistol that shoots

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 02:58:14 GMT

We've seen guns made out of all sorts of unusual things here at Wonderhowto, but this might be the very first to use Jenga blocks as the main building material. Watch the video to learn, in exhaustive detail, how to make the Jenga pistol from these plans. Carpentry skill and tools required.

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How to make a DIY firecracker with no fuse for less than a dollar

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 22:10:26 GMT

Firecrackers are fun for all sorts of things, but can be expensive or hard to come by for some people. If you want to make some yourself for cheap, watch this video for a step-by-step guide to doing so.

From the Creator:

This is a very similar tut to the pull pin grenade.. you might even say its a fragmentation grenade with no fuse! You will need...
a 8" fat black straw
a box or party poppers
a

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How to sporterize a Mosin Nagant antique rifle for hunting or target shooting

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 20:39:01 GMT

If you're lucky enough to own an antique Mosin Nagant Russian rifle and want to make use of it for target shooting or hunting, watch this video. It will take your through the entire process of sporterizing a Mosin Nagant so it is safe and economical enough for sport shooting.

Note: this will destroy the considerable resale value of your antique firearm, so make sure you're okay with that before

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How to inspect and purchase good-condition military surplus firearms safely

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 20:29:07 GMT

Buying military surplus is a great way to get great firearms for cheap, but like buying any used product there is great potential for disaster if you're not careful. This video will teach you everything you need to know about buying military surplus guns, including how to inspect the weapons, practice proper gun store etiquette, using the NRA grading system, and testing the firearms for proper fun

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How to buy and care for used reloading dies

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 20:20:31 GMT

Purchasing used products for guns is an economical but possibly dangerous activity if you don't know what you're doing. If you've been thinking about or already have bought used reloading dies, watch this video to learn some simple steps you can take to care for used reloading dies to make sure they work properly and safely.

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How to disassemble, reassemble, clean, and cast ammo for a Martini Henry No. 4 rifle

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 21:55:36 GMT

The Martini Henry No. 4 is one of the great rifles of the British Empire, the first designed from the ground up as a breech-loader. If you're lucky enough to own one of these antiques, watch this video for an in-depth guide to disassembling, cleaning, reassembling, and casting bullets in multiple ways for these very special guns. You'll also learn how to check the gun to make sure that it can be f

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How to sandblast, Parkerize & duracoat a firearm to make it more durable & reliable

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 21:42:30 GMT

Parkerizing is a metal-coating process similar to bluing designed to protect steel from rust and corrosion. It is the more modern version as well, so if you're thinking about protecting your own guns you should probably learn how to parkerize. This video series will teach you how to prepare a gun for parkerizatio

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How to cast your own bullets with a Lee production pot

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 21:30:47 GMT

Bullets are the most expensive part of owning and shooting a gun in the best of times, and in a disaster they may be impossible to find at all. Don't be caught off-guard. Watch this video for a simple guide to casting your own bullets using a Lee production pot and a variety of molds.

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How to cold blue a steel firearm to protect it from rust

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 21:18:15 GMT

Bluing is the process by which steel is made resistant to rust, and having properly blue guns is essential to their continued effectiveness. This video series will take you through every step of rebluing your firearms, including cleaning and polishing, solid and liquid bluing, and how to treat the metal while it's drying and after the bluing is complete.

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How to clean, sand, and refinish the stock on a rifle

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 21:13:54 GMT

If you collect old guns then you probably know the pain that looking at a worn-out dirty gun can send through the heart. If you've got an old rifle that could use some TLC, watch this video for a complete guide to refinishing the stock on a rifle. It covers cleaning the stock, removing the old finishing, sanding, removing dents, applying the new finish, and finally how to oil and buff the new fini

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How to build a DIY Babington oil burner / flamethrower

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 21:02:37 GMT

A Babington burner is a device of a type originally devised by the US Army that burns oil and shoot superheated flame out of the front, usually used for destroying waste oil and for portable even superheating, as with pottery kilning. This video will teach you how to make one and do whatever you will with your new super-efficient flamethrower.

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How to make a DIY salute firework out of a beer widget

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 17:41:47 GMT

If you've ever drank Guinness or Boddington's beer from a can you've probably noticed the plastic ball that floats in your beer and makes it come out perfectly foamy. This is called a beer widget, and it has more uses than just foaming canned beer. Watch this video for instructions on making a cool little bomb / firework out of one.

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How to make a semi-automatic pen gun

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 17:25:23 GMT

Making small, nonlethal firearms out of desktop materials is one of the most fun things a student can do in a boring class, and there are a millions ways to do it. This video will teach you how to make an awesome semi-automatic pen gun that will annoy your friends much faster than the single-shot models seen elsewhere.

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How to make a sparkler frag grenade with BB's

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 17:18:57 GMT

Sparklers are legal in many more places than larger fireworks due to their alleged safety. Hah. Rub that thought in the faces of lawmakers by watching this video and learning how to make a sparkler frag grenade that will send BB's flying everywhere, creating a great frag effect without the lethal capability of nails or other more hardcore shrapnel options.

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How to make perfect DIY professional quality firecrackers

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 17:14:31 GMT

There are a lot of videos out there about how to make firecrackers, but perhaps none as good as this one. In three parts it will give you exhaustive instructions on how to make perfect professional-grade firecrackers at home that will out-explode any other homemade firecrackers you're likely to come across.

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How to make a Hitt's Flaskcracka, the original M80

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 16:52:49 GMT

Long before the M80 became the gold standard for mischievous explosives there was the Hitt's Flashcracka. Developed in 1923, there would not be M80's without it. Show some respect and learn about a new kind of explosive watch this video for step-by-step instructions on how to make a Hitt's Flashcracka, with some modern materials added because it's 1923 anymore and there's stuff that blows up even

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How to draw a pistol or revolver from a concealed carry holster

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 22:47:27 GMT

Concealed carry holsters allow the citizens of many states to protect themselves in public, but getting a gun out of something so concealed in a survival situation can be a challenge. This video will teach you the proper techniques for drawing your pistol or revolver from different types of concealed carry holsters quickly and effectively.

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How to two-hand grip a double or single action revolver

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 22:44:10 GMT

Revolvers are still the best choice if you want a gun that will shoot every time you pull the trigger, and the .44 magnum will be cool long after laser guns have become commonplace. This video will teach you the proper two-hand grip for shooting a single or double action revolver.

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How to buy good presents for the gun or firearm enthusiast on your list

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 22:43:22 GMT

If there is a person on your list who loves collecting guns or is a firearms aficionado, this video is for you. Get some good ideas for gifts, and best of all, everything in this video is only fifty dollars or less.

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How to two-hand grip a semi-automatic pistol for target shooting

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 22:38:21 GMT

Gripping a gun properly is one of the most important and most misunderstood parts of making bullet find it's mark, and using the proper grip for your gun will really help your accuracy. This video will teach you a proper two-hand grip for pistol target shooting.

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How to choose the right type of handgun holster

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 22:34:19 GMT

If you plan on carrying your handgun on your person, you're going to need a holster. There are many types to choose from that hang in different places and offer different levels of concealment. This video will introduce each of the types and discuss their advantages and disadvantages so you can buy the right holster for your weapon and purposes.

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How to understand the different types of semi-automatic pistols

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 22:31:38 GMT

Semi-automatic pistols are the guns that most urbanites the world over are most likely to own and the choice of most people everywhere for self-defense, so understanding them is important for all gun owners. This video will teach you about the three types of semi-automatic pistols, which should help you choose the right one for you.

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How to use the three main handgun shooting stances to shoot more accurately

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 22:28:02 GMT

There are all sorts of ways to stand while holding a gun, but not all stances are as effective at allowing you to shoot accurately and move tactically. This video will introduce you to three effective handgun shooting stances that will improve you chances of survival in a pistol gunfight.

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How to diagnose the 4 malfunctions of a firearm and clear them

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 22:18:35 GMT

Despite the great variety of guns out there, they all are very similar in that they accomplish four basic things, and that means there are a limited number of things that can go wrong with them. This video will teach you about the four functions of a firearm, the four malfunctions that can befoul those functions, and the two remedial actions that can clear all four of the malfunctions. Essential i

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How to make a miniature sprinkler cannon from a pop-up sprinkler head

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 19:38:44 GMT

If you like the original Sprinkler Cannon from Nextraker, then you'll love this one. It's essentially the same thing, only smaller (hence the "Mini-Sprinkler Cannon" name). Watch this video to learn how to build it, and for more details, visit the video for the original larger version.

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How to master the fundamentals of pistol marksmanship

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 19:11:52 GMT

Pistols for the most part are harder to shoot accurately than their longer-barreled brethren, but they are the most accessible guns in America and are target shot by millions. If you want to shoot handguns more accurately, watch this video to learn form a professional pistol marksman how to master the four fundamentals of accurate shooting: stance, grip, sight alignment, and trigger manipulation /

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How to use basic drills to practice your practical and tactical pistol shooting

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 19:02:58 GMT

Unless you're in the military a pistols the gun you are most likely to be involved in a combat situation with, and being able to handle one properly could save your life. This video will teach you some drills you can use to practice your practical and tactical pistol shooting, including tips on drawing the pistol properly.

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How to use basic drills to improve your rifle shooting

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 18:56:47 GMT

There was a time when being an American citizen meant you basically had to be able to shoot a rifle. For much of that time you had to be a white man as well, but there is something to be said for a populace that is ready and able to defend itself. This video will teach you some basic drills you can use to improve your tactical rifle shooting so you are ready for a combat situation when one arises.

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How to clean, maintain, and operate a Glock automatic pistol

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 18:52:47 GMT

Glock automatic pistols are some of the best and most popular on Earth, and they operate a little differently than most other guns. This video will introduce you to the Glock family of pistols, teaching you how to clean, maintain, and safely operate your Glock automatic.

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How to clean, maintain, and operate an AR15 rifle

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 18:48:46 GMT

The AR15 is one of the best rifles that America has ever made, and has been one of the tools of choice for the US military for a long time. Watch this video for an introduction to the gun, including proper maintenance, safety, and operation of the firearm.

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How to safely operate and maintain an AK-47 or AK series rifle

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 18:43:40 GMT

The AK-47 is the most commonly used assault rifle in the world, responsible for an incredible amount of death over the last sixty years. They are amazingly well-made guns, and if you're fortunate enough to have one (they're less common in the US than just about anywhere else), watch this video to learn how to safely operate, clean, clear, maintain, and disassemble your AK-47 or other AK series rif

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How to use Army-style drills to master the basics of handling a semi-automatic rifle

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 18:39:05 GMT

This feels like basic training all over again. If you were in the military, you know what we mean. Only this isn't the Army training you to be a sharpshooting solider, it's a militiaman teaching you how to be a concerned citizen of the United States of America… one that can accurately use a semi-automatic weapon.

As Thomas Jefferson on

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How to practice proper positions for tactical combat shooting

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 18:34:15 GMT

In a combat situation you can never tell how you're going to have to hold your rifle, but mastering the basic shooting positions will give you a foundation for shooting accurately from whatever position the situation and your cover demand. This video will teach you all sorts of basic shooting positions that will help you shoot and fight better.

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How to use drills to practice tactically shooting around cover

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 21:35:32 GMT

Shooting from behind cover is the best position to be in in combat, but is poorly understood even my many combat professionals. This video will teach you a series of drills for practicing shooting from behind cover and also explain how a .22 modded rifle makes these drills much easier to do in more places.

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How to escape from leg holds while on the ground

Sat, 13 Nov 2010 11:09:00 GMT

In this tutorial, we learn how to escape from leg holds while on the ground. First, take and push their hand away from you so they can't grip you any longer. If this doesn't work, use your hand to push their head down until it reaches the end of your body. Then, you will be able to work out of their hold and escape to get up and gain the advantage over them. They will be looking down, so you will

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How to improve your quick-fire point shooting in close quarters for self-defense

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 02:28:49 GMT

Defensive shooting is an important aspect of self-defense, hopefully never needing to be used, but you have to train yourself to be prepared. Though aimed point shooting and point and shoot (P&S) are the easiest forms of fast and accurate shooting in close quarters, aimed shooting will actually hold you down in an emergency tight situation.

P&S can be learned and maintained with little or no trai

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How to shrimp by creating space on your back

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 10:36:01 GMT

In this tutorial, we learn how to shrimp (create space when on your back). First, you will need to paint your background on the shirt. After you have done this all over the shirt, you will carefully place your stencil down. Then, paint over your stencil, making sure not to get the paint anywhere else on it. Once you have covered your stencil completely in paint then you will be able to remove it.

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How to regain guard position when pinned on the ground

Sun, 31 Oct 2010 13:42:01 GMT

In this video, we learn how to regain guard position when pinned on the ground. Once you have someone on top of you and you are pinned down, then take your knee in. Your knee and head should be on the same path and your head should move away and straighten out. Make sure to do this in one movement, not two movements. Then, you should be inside the guard so you are in a better position. Move out an

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How to make a spud/potato gun

Sun, 31 Oct 2010 03:27:00 GMT

In this tutorial, we learn how to make a spud/potato gun. To make this, you will need a load of old pipes and fittings. First, buy a lighter and rip out the ignition switch from it. Then, glue it into the pipe and use this to set off the gun. From here, you will connect the pipe to the base of a gun. Then, you can place the potatoes in the front of the gun to shoot out. After this, you will press

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How to easily make a potato gun

Sat, 30 Oct 2010 19:54:00 GMT

In this video, we learn how to easily make a potato gun. You will need: PVC pipe, PVC T, PVC clean out, and then a 1.5" PVC conversion. You will need to start out by connecting the PVC pipes together, using the PVC T to use as the handle. Then, wrap masking tape around this. You may need to use sandpaper or a hand saw to cut down the length of the gun if it's too long. After you have everything pu

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How to quickly make a potato gun

Sat, 30 Oct 2010 09:00:00 GMT

In this video, we learn how to quickly make a potato gun. You will need: 3" end plug with screw cap, 3" PVC pipe, 1 1/2" PVC pipe, saw, sandpaper, hammer, wire, BBQ lighter, and power drill. To start, you will need to use sandpaper to sand down the edges of the pipes so they all connect together. Place the screw cap on the pipes and then use the drill to connect the pipes together into glue form.

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How to make a knitted paracord rifle sling

Sat, 30 Oct 2010 05:12:02 GMT

Make a knitted paracord rifle sling Paracord is a strong, lightweight, small diameter cord in an outdoor setting. It can be used to sew clothes, fishing line, boot laces or many other uses. You make the rifle sling with the paracord and knitting needles. You actually knit the sling. You use a straight knit stitch. You build it up until you get the sling the length that you want it. Anyone c

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How to fletch your own professional arrow at home

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 23:36:48 GMT

Want to get into fletching? This tutorial shows you how to build your own professional grade arrows. You'll also need scissors, fletching tape, arrow grade feathers, craft glue and the core shaft. Once you've assembled everything, follow along with this video to make your own arrow.

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How to make a primitive bow out of oak and poplar wood

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 23:18:34 GMT

If you're an amateur archer or just want to learn how to make your own primitive bow, this tutorial is for you. You'll need a length of oak and a length of poplar, in addition to some jute string, wood glue, a tape measure and a marking pencil.

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How to modify a machete

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 22:33:00 GMT

In this tutorial we learn how to modify a machete. First, get the handle of the machete away from the work bench by clamping it down. Mark on the machete where you want to sharpen it at using a marker and then sharpen it using a piece of steel rubbed diagonally against it. Keep your angle the same until all the steel from the area is gone. Then, take off the shoulder of the factory edge using the

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How to build an advanced electric shock taser (1,200 volts) with a flashlight casing

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 21:37:10 GMT

Before you try and build this DIY taser, beware— you could go to jail if you go around tasing people with it. Just having one could give you a fine, because they're not legal in some cities and states. If you still want to make one, proceed ahead.

In order to build this DIY electric shock taser, you'll need to have some knowledge of electronics and circuitry. You can get the schematics and board

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How to build an advanced wooden pistol crossbow that shoots bolts

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 21:22:53 GMT

This DIY pistol crossbow is very dangerous, so make sure you use extreme caution after construction. You don't want to DIY yourself a jail sentence!

So… now that that's out of the way… watch and learn how to make an awesome pistol crossbow. You can find plans for this crossbow pistol and images of this crossbow at [http://mechanicalmashup.tv/episodes/episode-19-pistol-crossbow/

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How to make a super-cheap paper scope for your airsoft gun (pistol)

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 20:10:12 GMT

What's missing from your airsoft pistol? Perhaps a good sight— so check out this video tutorial to learn how to make a super-cheap, super-easy paper scope for your airsoft gun. It's as easy as rolling up some paper and taping it on your airsoft gun. This version even has a front sight post!

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How to make a cheap foregrip attachment for an airsoft gun (pistol)

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 20:03:19 GMT

Even though the main purpose of a foregrip is to prevent burns from the barrel when shooting your firearm, it also allows easier grip and movement with the weapon. That's why it's a great idea for an airsoft gun! This video will show you how you can make your own homemade foregrip for your airsoft gun. This is a great grip attachment!

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How to make a cheap blowdart from a pen, pin and shoelace

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 19:46:04 GMT

If you need some cheap blow darts for your blowdart gun, then this video is your solution. These blow darts shoot a good distance and are made from a pen, shoelace, needle (or pin), with some scissor-work. This is great for any style blowgun.

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How to stay safe with the "ready position" when at the shooting range

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 19:42:03 GMT

In this gun safety tutorial, you will learn how to become a more effective shooter by using what's known as the "ready position." For more information, including a complete demonstration of the process and detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get started using the proper ready position yourself, watch this video guide from Ruger.

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How to make a fun pen-bow that shoots pens

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 19:42:01 GMT

What's better than a pen gun that shoots pens? Nothing. So, grab your pens and check out this video tutorial for the build instructions. This is a great crossbow-style pen gun which doesn't involve paper and shoots better than most makeshift toy shooters. There's minimal materials, like pens (duh!), rubber bands, scissors and tape.

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How to stay safe when shooting a firearm while moving

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 22:18:20 GMT

In this gun safety tutorial, we learn how to stay safe when shooting a gun while moving as a beginning shooter. For more information, including a complete demonstration of the process and detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get started using the proper mobile handling technique yourself, watch this video guide from Ruger.

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How to know what to expect when going to a firing range for the first time

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 22:17:03 GMT

In this gun safety tutorial, we learn how to stay safe while visiting a firing range as a beginning shooter. For more information, including a complete demonstration of the process and detailed, step-by-step instructions, watch this video guide from Ruger.

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How to stay safe when defending yourself in close quarters with a firearm

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 22:15:08 GMT

In this gun safety tutorial, we learn how to stay safe while defending oneself in close quarters when carrying a firearm. For more information, including a complete demonstration of the process and detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get started using the proper technique yourself, watch this video guide from Ruger.

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How to stay safe when load and unloading a pistol as a beginning shooter

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 22:11:30 GMT

In this gun safety tutorial, we learn how to stay safe while loading and unloading a pistol as a beginning shooter. For more information, including a complete demonstration of the process and detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get started using the proper handling technique yourself, watch this video guide from Ruger.

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How to practice with 3D targets at the shooting range

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 22:10:30 GMT

In this gun safety tutorial, we learn how to stay safe while practicing with 3D shooting targets at a firing range. For more information, including a complete demonstration of the process and detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get started using 3D targets yourself, watch this video guide from Ruger.

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How to stay safe with proper trigger control as beginning shooter

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 22:09:37 GMT

In this gun safety tutorial, we learn how to stay safe with proper trigger control as a beginning shooter. For more information, including a complete demonstration of the process and detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get started using the proper trigger control technique yourself, watch this video guide from Ruger.

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How to stay safe when using an ankle holster for a firearm

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 22:05:30 GMT

In this gun safety tutorial, we learn how to stay safe while using an ankle holster with a firearm. For more information, including a complete demonstration of the process and detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get started using the proper ankle-holster handling technique yourself, watch this video guide from Ruger.

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How to stay safe when aiming a firearm as a beginning shooter

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 22:04:52 GMT

In this gun safety tutorial, we learn how to stay safe while aiming a gun as a beginning shooter. For more information, including a complete demonstration of the process and detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get started using the proper aiming technique yourself, watch this video guide from Ruger.

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How to choose your clothing and carry based on your firearm

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 22:04:23 GMT

In this gun safety tutorial, we learn how to stay safe while handling a gun by choosing the appropriate carry. For more information, including a complete demonstration of the process and detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get started using the proper carry for your own firearm, watch this video guide from Ruger.

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How to name each part of a firearm as a beginning shooter

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 22:01:35 GMT

In this gun safety tutorial, we learn about the functions of each part of a pistol. For more information, including a complete demonstration of the process and detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get started using the proper handling technique yourself, watch this video guide from Ruger.

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