Gunsmithing Crowning Tool

[BlkExp98]

I want to recrown a rifle but thought about trying one of those "do it yourself" deals. The rifle in question is a AK-47 so i doubt it can get worse but who knows. So to those of you who have used them whats the story? Am i better off just forgetting about it or should i give it a try since its not my bolt guns barrel?

I thought about sending the rifle off to have some work done so if all else fails i could have it redone. Ive just always been curious about doing it and found a place online that rents the tool for $20. One thing i wonder about is the closest pilot on his site is .308/7.62 but if i recall correctly 7.62x39 is .311 dia.

Thanks,
Major

 

[BOLTRIPPER]

Re: Crowning Tool

chrome lined ?

 

[BlkExp98]

Re: Crowning Tool

Yes it is. Are you thinking im going to chip it and start a larger issue?

 

[BOLTRIPPER]

Re: Crowning Tool

yes.........one can only put so much lipstick on a pig.....

 

[Jered Joplin]

Re: Crowning Tool

If cut correctly the chrome shouldn't chip but you have to be careful with a hand tool. Your hand can't create constant equal pressure. For this reason chatter is easy to come by. It would be better left alone that chattered up.