Gunsmith Part 25: Achieving Superior Accuracy Through Bolt-Action Rifle Stock Bedding

Fundamentals of Stock Bedding Understanding the Key Areas for Bedding The core principle behind stock bedding is to create a perfect interface between the rifle’s action (the receiver and the components housed within) and the stock. A well-bedded action and barrel ensure that every shot is delivered with maximum consistency. This is achieved by filling…

Gunsmith Part Seven: Refining Your Rifle for Peak Performance

The Critical Role of Trigger Control Understanding the Interface One of the first, and arguably most impactful, modifications you can make to improve the accuracy of your rifle involves the trigger mechanism. The trigger is the very interface between the shooter and the firearm’s mechanical action. A smooth, predictable, and crisp trigger pull minimizes the…