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An exam or assessment related to woodworking and customizing firearms, particularly gunstocks. It covers a wide range of topics such as the use of chisels and gouges, checkering patterns, glass bedding, stock finishing, wood types, inletting, stock repairs, and more. Detailed answers to various questions, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter. This resource could be valuable for students or individuals interested in gunsmithing, woodworking, or the customization of firearms. The level of detail and technical knowledge presented suggests that this document may be suitable for use as study notes, lecture notes, or even as a reference for assignments, university essays, or thesis work related to the field of gunsmithing or woodworking.
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1 1/16in - 1in - ANSWER-Which sizes of chisels and gouges are mostly used to carve gunstocks? 1 hour - ANSWER-When using checkering-pattern decals, how long should you wait after the decal has been attached to the stock before starting to cut the lines? 1/32 - 1/16 inches - ANSWER-When inletting a gunstock with glass bedding, how much clearance should be left in the barrel channel and behind the recoil lug? 12 - 15 degrees - ANSWER-To what angle should the cutting edge of a straight skew chisel be ground on both sides of the blade? 14 - ANSWER-The pull on most American firearms is about ------, which is about right for the average male. 18 and 24 - ANSWER-In general, checkering for hunting rifles should be between ________ liner per inch 20 - ANSWER-Which of the following lpi patterns is not considered "decorative checkering"? 3/8 inch. - ANSWER-What is the recommended diameter of wooden dowels used to repair broken stocks at the pistol grip? 60 cutter - ANSWER-When cutting the basic outline for a carving pattern, what type of veining tool should be used? A birch dowel coated with epoxy inserted through the break. - ANSWER-When repairing a break at the pistol grip on a rifle stock, what should be used to strengthen the repair besides epoxy? A checkering cradle - ANSWER-What is the best device to hold a gunstock during the checkering process? A dent in wood is merely a compression of [wood fibers], and the application of [steam] to the area will cause the fibers to [swell] and rise to the surface of the wood. - ANSWER-A dent in wood is merely a compression of ----, and the application of ----- to the area will cause the fibers to ------- and rise to the surface of the wood. A metal plate that fits on the butt of a gunstock to protect the edges but is hollow in the center portion of the plate. This inside area usually shows checkered wood. - ANSWER- Which of the following is a good description of a skeletonized buttplate?
A skeletonized grip cap. - ANSWER-One type of gunstock furniture that matches a skeletonized buttplate is: A soft-bristle toothbrush. - ANSWER-What tool is normally used to apply gunstock finish to a checkered area on the gunstock? After the barrel, receiver and trigger guard have been inlet. - ANSWER-When are heel and comb cut? All metal parts should be removed from the gunstock. - ANSWER-What should be done before any finish is removed from a gunstock under repair? All the above - ANSWER-To begin the design of a rifle stock, what are some of the factors you must consider? American walnut - ANSWER-The traditional stock wood today is still American, English, and French. - ANSWER-What are the three types of basic checkering patterns used on modern firearms? An extension of the buttstock, attached to the butt of the stock to extend trigger pull and/or cushion recoil. - ANSWER-Which of the following definitions describes a recoil pad? Ask for a second person to assist in the procedure. - ANSWER- B-square Co - ANSWER-An excellent swivel installation tool kit is available from ____________. This kit enables sling swivels to be installed quickly on any stock without risk of damage. b. To bring the sight to eye level. - ANSWER-Why is some drop at heel necessary in all gunstocks? Bedding - ANSWER-as applied to gunstocks, refers to the methods used to mate the metal (barrel and action) to the wood. bedding - ANSWER-The ------ of the barrel and receiver is very important to ensure good accuracy and prevent damage to the stock under the rifle recoil. Before the shaping and inletting is started - ANSWER-When inletting or shaping a gunstock, perform all metal work (bluing, machining, etc.): belt/disk sander - ANSWER-A ------- is a favorite tool in gun shops to smooth down replacement pieces for gunstock. Blocking chisel - ANSWER-One of these items is not good for repairing a stock:
Decide on the critical dimensions and layout the pattern. - ANSWER-When building a gunstock from scratch, what should be done before cutting or shaping the wood? Dem Bart Stock Finish - ANSWER-This waterproof oil finish is the favorite of many stock makers when they are trying to obtain a low-sheen, London-type finish on classic stocks. Determine the desired length of pull and subtract from this distance the thickness of the recoil pad. - ANSWER-What is one of the first preliminary steps for installing a recoil pad? Dotted or broken lines - ANSWER-Hidden lines on a stock drawing should be made using: drawknife - ANSWER-Although not considered a primary tool and more of a miscellaneous tool, the ------- is a great tool for quick removal of wood in rough shaping. Epoxy - ANSWER-What type of finish is usually recommended on a modern gunstock when the maximum protection to the wood is desired? Evenly and thinly - ANSWER-How should inletting black should be spread on the metal parts? Fajen, Inc - ANSWER-One of the adjustable try-stocks pictured in this chapter, can be purchased from which manufacturer? False - ANSWER-(T/F): Because brass is a hard metal and resistant to shaping or sanding, you should file your brass components aggressively to prepare them for installation. False - ANSWER-(T/F): Even after completely inletting the lock mechanism, you will have to use force to remove the lock from the stock, and may experience binding or "squeaking". False - ANSWER-American walnut is superior to English or Circassian walnut when it comes to checkering and finishing. False - ANSWER-In fitting an individual to a gunstock, the gunsmith should use a certain procedure. The following sequence is the generally accepted method:
False - ANSWER-Muzzle brake are claimed to reduce the felt recoil by 75-80%. False - ANSWER-The main objective of a buttplate is to offer protection to the mid and forend of the stock. False - ANSWER-The only tools required to raise dents in wood are a blow dryer, an old towel, and a cup of water. False - ANSWER-To prevent glazing of India and Arkansas oil stones, use honing oil or a light oil mixed with gasoline. False - ANSWER-When inletting a semifinished stock, you should follow the same procedure as the stock blank. Few tools are required. Scrap pieces of wood for practice may be obtained at little or no cost. Reloading and gunsmithing require a FFL and college degree. Both answers A and B None of the above. - ANSWER-Why is working on gunstocks is a good place for the beginning gunsmith to start? French checkering - ANSWER-------- is also known as "skip-a-line" checkering, since the final pattern is achieved by skipping cut lines at pre determined intervals. Fully bedded, partially bedded and free-floating. - ANSWER-There are three basic types of bedding a gunstock in common use. Gradually work the abrasive at 90ห angles over previous scratches. - ANSWER-What is the secret to metal polishing? Grinding, honing, and stropping. - ANSWER-The three basic sharpening operations, in the correct order, are: Guide screws - ANSWER-When inletting the receiver area, ----- will enable you to line up the receiver and trigger guard assembly in the unfinished stock perfectly. gunstock furniture - ANSWER-Embellishments for the gunstock, which would include things such as recoils pads, sling swivels, inlays, and forend tips, are normally referred to as Heel end; long - ANSWER-When assembling the shape of the stock you first must start at the _________ and use ________ file strokes. High spots that need to be cut down - ANSWER-When using inletting black during stock inletting, what do the black marks on the wood indicate?
Insert the 5/32" pilot drill in a drill press or electric hand drill and drill a hole approximately --- deep. Passes entirely through the object. - ANSWER-A full-section drawing is one where the cutting plane: Patience and attention to detail. - ANSWER-Besides knowing the basic techniques of gunstock shaping and inletting, which of the following is also required of anyone attempting to build a gunstock from scratch? Pistol - ANSWER-The weakest part of any gunstock is usually the Practice many hours on scrap wood and damaged stocks. - ANSWER-Before attempting a gunstock carving on a rifle or a shotgun, which of the following should you do? Precision Gun Works and Macon Gun Works - ANSWER-make semifinished stocks in several different styles for nearly all popular military and commercial actions. raising a dent in a stock with steam, building a completely new stock from scratch - ANSWER-Stock work can consist of a small repair, such as ___ or large repairs such as Recoil Pad - ANSWER-The primary purpose of ----- is to provide a cushion against the gun's "kick" as it is fired. Recoil Pad Jig - ANSWER-This jig enables you to shape and install any shotgun or rifle recoil pad at the correct angle. Replace the entire stock - ANSWER-When a rifle or shotgun stock is cracked at the grip section of the forend or is broken completely in two, it is best to Rifle accuracy - ANSWER-Besides appearance, what will a proper inletting job on a rifle stock accomplish? Screwbean mesquite. - ANSWER-A type of mesquite wood with tightly curled bean pods is known as the: Select a piece of wood with a grain that closely matches the original stock and with the grain running in the same direction as the original. - ANSWER-When selecting a piece of replacement wood to repair a broken buttstock toe, which of the following is important to consider? shellac sticks - ANSWER-One method of patching damaged gunstocks is the use of Single-line or V-cutter. - ANSWER-After an entire checkering pattern has been cut during the first pass, which tool would you use to deepen the lines to their full depth?
Single-line, low-relief, and high-relief. - ANSWER-What are the three distinctive types of woodcarvings? Skeet, field, and trap. - ANSWER-What are the three types of recoil pads normally manufactured for shotguns? Slightly more than the drop at comb. - ANSWER-The drop at heel, in comparison with the drop at comb, is usually: Staining/sealing the ramrod - ANSWER-The very last step in the process of building the muzzleloader is: Taper the edges of the inlay about 2-3 degrees. - ANSWER-What is one way that helps to get a good fit when inletting an inlay into a gunstock? The cutting tool, held in one hand, is moved along with a series of light taps with a wooden mallet. - ANSWER-Chase carving with woodworking tools is when: The fibers or grain should be very close. - ANSWER-One characteristic of good gunstock wood is: The fore-end tip should not come in contact with the barrel. The barrel should be "free- floating". - ANSWER-How should the barrel channel in a fore-end tip be inletted for barrel fit? The gun has some serious nicks and dents from years of hard use. - ANSWER-Which one of the answers below is NOT a listed reason in the text of why "a firearm should not be chosen to be restocked"? The one designed for use with telescopic sights should have a higher comb. - ANSWER-How does a rifle stock that is designed for use with telescopic sights compare to one for use with iron sights only? The rear thimble - ANSWER-The author of the textbook advises that you may "clean up" most brass components prior to the step of inletting the stock for them, or work them as you get to them in the build process. What is the one brass component you should not perform "clean-up" on in advance? The target rifle's pull should be shorter. - ANSWER-How long should the trigger pull on a target rifle that will be used in the prone position be compared to trigger pulls on hunting rifles? The wood is the most vulnerable around the lock - ANSWER-Why is it important to start the inletting process with the percussion lock?
True - ANSWER-Even you if decide not to carve gunstocks yourself, a basic knowledge of the procedure will enable you to evaluate the work of others and to talk intelligently about the subject. True - ANSWER-Inferior wood is always reflected in its appearance, especially in the checkering, where the diamond pattern appears fuzzy rather than sharp and pointed. True - ANSWER-One important thing to remember when checkering is that good workmanship be neat and clean, with perfectly cut lines. True - ANSWER-Prior to drilling for the tenon pins, the barrel needs to be seated all the way back into its inlet, as well as all the way down into the barrel channel. True - ANSWER-Regardless of the quality of tools you have, they will be useless unless they are kept sharp at all times. True - ANSWER-Sometimes it is best to use inlays in a gunstock to cover gouges rather than trying to splice in a piece of matching wood. True - ANSWER-The first step in repairing a split buttstock is to remove the old finish down to the bare wood so you can clearly see the original grain and color of the wood. True - ANSWER-The gun sling not only provides a means of comfortably carrying a firearm, but it also offers tremendous assistance in steadying a weapon while firing, regardless of the shooter's position โ prone, sitting, kneeling, or standing. True - ANSWER-The versatility in application of rotary files and burrs, plus their wide range of head shapes and sizes, makes them suitable for thousands of jobs in gun shops. True - ANSWER-The versatility in application of rotary files and burrs, plus their wide range of head shapes and sizes, makes them suitable for thousands of jobs in gun shops. True - ANSWER-When checkering, the border should usually be the outer sides of the diamonds? Use an inlay. - ANSWER-When a severe gouge is present in a gunstock, which of the following is a good way to cover it? V -Cutter - ANSWER-After guidelines are cut with a sharp knife on a checkering pattern, which one of the following tools is used to deepen the lines? V Cutter - ANSWER-When recutting old checkering, what tool should be used?
Walnut and maple. - ANSWER-While laminated stocks can be made from many different types of wood combinations, which of the following is the most common? Water, cloth, and soldering iron/gun. - ANSWER-What are the three basic "tools" for raising dents in a gunstock? When several stocks of the same type are to be built. - ANSWER-When do patterns or templates of gunstock designs really payoff the most? When the application of the browning solution immediately evaporates. - ANSWER-How can you tell if the metal is hot enough to apply the browning solution? White - ANSWER-What is the color of holly wood? Whiting - ANSWER-When there are still areas with heavy oil on the gunstock after most of the finish has been removed, what substance can be used to remove the oil from these areas? wood dowels, wood splices - ANSWER-Shellac sticks are meant only for repairing small dents and scratches and are not for filling in larger areas. For large repairs, ------ or ------- are used. Work epoxy fully into each of the cracks - ANSWER-To repair a fracture it is important to