Alright, well as for what was mentioned about brazing. It does have its uses, and can provide some use in the shop. However, most times for us it comes down to using silver solder for things like sight ramps and sling barrel rings for safari rifles. Low heat, almost no torque applications. Tig weldi...

Thank you all so much! I'm heading out to the shop now to get some practice in! Thank you all again! I'll post pics soon!

Well, what im more concerned with, is the amount of heat build up on the bolt body. The body is made of low, to mild carbon steel. The picture that i provided is a terrible picture prior to welding. When i did attempt it, it was clean and bright. The bolt handle itself is made of 3/8 hot rolled stee...

Hey Everyone, im new here and am in need of some experienced advice. I have recently picked up welding to help my gunsmithing business out and soon learned it has become a necessity and extremely addicting. I digress. The point is, I can lay beads all day long, but when it comes to small TIG welds I...