From scratch and the subsequent ammunition. I have a degree in engineering so I am sure with the right information I could design and produce a pretty good rifle. I can't seem to find much information on materials and manufacturing techniques though. Can anyone help with my research...
It's for a project.
2007-09-24 02:41:17 · 10 answers · asked by Wayne Kerr 3 in Games & Recreation ➔ Hobbies & Crafts
I'll probably read about this in the news in a few months time
2007-09-24 09:44:18 · answer #1 · answered by Ben H 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, as others point out... IF you're an engineer, you should KNOW the answer. The information on materials and manufacturing are out there and date back to the 1880's... look under "Winchester". It is CERTAINLY "possible"
I have built 2 black-powder long-rifles from commercial kits, and they are terrific out to 300 yards. I've also modified an old M-1 Garand with new heavy barrel and composite stock... she's perfect out to 500 yards.
Good Luck... and FYI, the gentleman who suggested that a RIFLE needs to be registered must not be in the USA. In the USA, you do NOT need to register a rifle or shot-gun, only HANDGUNS.
2007-09-24 05:14:13 · answer #2 · answered by mariner31 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is possible.
All the materials required for making on are freely available.
If you truly hold a Degree in Engineering then designing and building an adequate rifle from scratch should pose no problems. You should be able to logically think your way through.
The ammunition is simple, anyone can make gunpowder and then all you need is the primer.
Once you have made it i suggest you turn yourself into the police as owning a non-registered firearm is illegal.
2007-09-24 02:52:52 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Of course you can make a rifle. I know people that have done it. My question is are you making the pieces yourself or just assembling them. There are many ways you can custom assemble your own rifle. Mostly an AK 57. I would start by looking in the gun magazines they have retailers that sell parts. If you are wanting to make the pieces yourself that is another story. I would still start i guess by looking at the parts that are sold after that I am out of ideas. Good luck with this project.
2007-09-24 02:52:04 · answer #4 · answered by poof10958 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If I were you, I'd start with a blueprint/parts catalogue for an existing rfle design, and try to machine those parts from scratch.
Also, I would imagine that it's easier to build a shotgun from scratch than a rifle.
2007-09-24 02:46:52 · answer #5 · answered by David S 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Its getting the rifling done in the barrel thats the tricky bit - thats what puts the speed on the bullet. I dont know if left hand or right hand rifling is more effective.
2007-09-24 03:18:10 · answer #6 · answered by Van der Elst 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
smooth bore; not too difficult;;rifle pretty hard.
Read Bevis and Co. by Richard Jeffery.
A pre PC semi-literate boy's book.
2007-09-24 03:00:58 · answer #7 · answered by man of kent 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh, come on Wayne, you haven't looked! Go to your college library and consult with the research librarian - that's what they're there for.
2007-09-24 02:50:05 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go to Afghanistan and ask there, you will get an unqualified Yes.
2007-09-24 02:53:26 · answer #9 · answered by monsewer icks 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you should be able to do this, But why would you want to, Unless you want a firearm that is untraceable.
2007-09-24 02:46:10 · answer #10 · answered by john m 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋