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Brandon Gun Show & Concept 4 – Parts

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Dec 132009

Brandon Gun & Hobby Show

I made it home today from Brandon, a 2.5 hour drive. Not a far drive by any means, but with the temperature being -30 C (-22F) this morning makes it more risky. Weather warnings of wind chill are -40 to -45 C tonight.

The Brandon show was held in the Keystone Center. The Manitoba Room in which it was held is 26,000 square feet. Many vendors were there and of course many “buyers” taking in the show. Many rifles to choose from, from antique circa 1890’s to brand new. I must admit my ignorance when it comes to firearms. I was intrigued by a 50 caliber high power rifle. Was a huge rifle and for $6500 you could take it home! But my interests are in the airguns. One gentleman did have a booth featuring airguns. On his table, A 50 Cal. Dragon, Air Arms .22, BAM and an assortment of break barrels. I was amazed at how many men dropped by and said “WOW! what is that” when they saw the 50 Dragon. Most have no idea that airguns have come a long way since they were kids. I hope to attend more airgun only shows in the future. Anyone know of any? Send me an email – airgundevelopment(at)hotmail.com

Concept 4 – Airgun Build

This past week I have outsourced the valve assembly for the Buckley inspired “concept 4” build of mine. I do not have time to make all the parts and thought if I could get the most complicated part made before the holidays, I can focus on the action block, trigger, etc and hopefully if all goes well, have one or both airguns firing before the New Year. In the next few weeks before the New Year I will try to update the pages to keep everyone abreast.

Other…

I was in the yellow forum this past Friday (hardly seem to have time to stay up to date anymore with any online forums..) and found Dave G’s post on his work on his own airguns. I personally think that the “Trident” build is the better design. To me it seems to take a lot of design cues from a Crosman 2240? Just the way it functions. Anyways if you haven’t seen it here is the link…

http://davegcustomstocks.com/tirdentbuildpage.html

Thanks for reading, again, any comments or questions please do not hesitate to email – airgundevelopment(at)hotmail.com ~~Pedro

Concept 4 – New Airtank Ordered

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Nov 112009

I ordered a new 13 cu inch airtank with 1400 PSI regulator this evening. After spending time looking for the first one and waiting a little extra incase it would show up, ordered new. I misplaced the first one moving my office to my home.

I am looking at continuing with the Concept 4 airgun this month so that by end of the year it is complete. Sounding like I may have two weeks off over Christmas so would like to have all the parts ready to assemble and test the concept.

Be updating the Concept 4 pages once I get started.

~Pedro

Gun and Hobby Show & New Building (work)

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Nov 022009

I went to my first ever Gun & Hobby Show Saturday. The show was held in Carman, Manitoba. Was a small gathering of 20 vendors. Most rifles were high-power and saw three airguns. A 1924 Crossman (should have bought it) but do not know what these airguns are worth. I saw a Vostok break barrel exactly like the one I bought (and still have) when I was 16. I may get into a high power rifle next year. I am told that the Remington 700 model series is a good all around rifle and that it can easily be changed to different calibers. But have to learn more before investing $650 to $1495 like the asking price for the ones at the show.

Concept 4 Project

I haven’t done to much with airguns in the last two months as my posts reflect the inactivity. I was really hoping to do more, but I still have not found my airtanks and some parts for the CONCEPT 4 air rifle on my pages. I will have to order a new tank and regulator soon so I can work on the air rifle over winter. I have been approached by two different companies, individuals about building either molds or a machine to manufacture pellets. Still looking into this and will post more when they allow me to do so.

Progress at Work

The company that I am currently employed with fulltime has had a few set backs. Their new manufacturing facility and office is taking much longer, already 2 months behind. Expecting early January and then a rush to get into production. The new main shop will be 100′ x 120′ with a crane the span of the 120′. I have attached two pictures for interests sake.

Slowly making head way. Will be 12,000 sq.ft. when complete. Looking forward to being able to hopefully use the shop on my spare time for personal projects such as airguns. Currently looking at starting a second division for tool & die work at their other location.

I hope to get back into airguns but life seems to be pulling in many directions currently. I will post as I can. Feel free to comment or email myself – airgundevelopment@hotmail.com – Thanks, Pedro

Concept 4 – Airgun – Slow Progress

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Aug 132009

Concept 4 – Reservoir Airgun

I have three German, .22 cal. barrels waiting for use. I have had the “concept 4″ reworked since the job shop that lathed the bore originally was out almost 0.025″ on the center bores. Would have made it impossible to close the breech area around the barrel. They fixed it at no cost by remachining for an aluminum bushing and then boring the 5/8” hole again to line up with the barrel. I am thinking of outsourcing the remaining build of these two air rifles as my time is so limited and not having access to equipment delays it even further. Might be the way to go, but will cost a lot of money to do so.

Rifling

I have ordered a reamer to try to replicate Clark Arms canted rifling. Clark has had much success with this process so should be trying it as well. Toughest thing for myself is to locate the pipe material. I bought some local pipe and when I picked it up it was black pipe, but on the phone the sales person said is was very smooth. Live and learn!

I hope to make a few 50 cal barrels and order some 50 cal bullets. A lot more commercial ammo to choose from using this size then going to a pipe that you cannot get ammo for and try to make your own. I will try to post more when I have made a few barrels. Please feel free to send an email at anytime. I answer most emails promptly when I can.

~ Pedro ~

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