|
Register •
FAQ •
My feedback
• Login
|
|
|
|
It is currently Wed Apr 24, 2024 2:43 am
|
Forum rules
Discussion or advice on how to create an Illegal NFA item will result in an immediate ban. No advice given within should replace user due diligence. Always consult a lawyer / professional.
|
Page 1 of 1
|
[ 7 posts ] |
|
Author |
Message |
SteelyNick
Location: Oly Joined: Mon Jul 8, 2019 Posts: 7
|
I have a form 1 approved and my kit, but I don’t own any machine tools to bore. I know that you need a speed controlled drill press as boring through metal can temper the steel, but I noticed those presses are orders of magnitude more expensive.
Anyone know of a shop I can rent tools from that can accomplish finishing my kit? I’m not sure on the legalities, but I wouldn’t want to do anything to make shops uncomfortable, which I imagine a lot of them would be with this subject matter.
|
Sat Jan 23, 2021 1:31 pm |
|
|
dreadi
Site Supporter / FFL Dealer
Location: Tacoma, Washington Joined: Fri Nov 21, 2014 Posts: 8367
|
Do you already have a drill press?
_________________BLACK HAMMER ARMSBuy A Suppressor http://www.silencershop.com/blackhammerarmsType 7 Class 2 SOT NFA Dealer 1911 Pistolsmithing Firearm Refinishing GLOCK Certified Armorer CMMG Authorized Dealer NEMO Arms Authorized Dealer http://www.blackhammerarms.comhttp://www.facebook.com/blackhammerarmshttps://www.instagram.com/blackhammerarms/
|
Sat Jan 23, 2021 2:56 pm |
|
|
edogg
Site Supporter
Location: Central FL Joined: Sun Apr 7, 2013 Posts: 3207
|
I just used a regular drill and the included bit for the steel and aluminum baffles of my Quietbore kit.
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
|
Sat Jan 23, 2021 3:04 pm |
|
|
SteelyNick
Location: Oly Joined: Mon Jul 8, 2019 Posts: 7
|
I’ve got a lot of tools, but not a drill press. I was thinking if I was going to buy a press, I may as well get a variable speed or a mill, but dang, even the harbor freights are pricey. Do you guys think I should just get a drill press? Would it be able to clip as well or should I just dremel them?
I’ve got a SPC titanium kit with 2 steel baffles that I would have to drill.
|
Sat Jan 23, 2021 3:13 pm |
|
|
scrid2000
Site Supporter
Location: Pierce County Joined: Wed Nov 14, 2018 Posts: 1992
Real Name: Shane
|
edogg wrote: I just used a regular drill and the included bit for the steel and aluminum baffles of my Quietbore kit.
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk This is the answer. Just drill slow, don't be me and have to either sharpen or replace your drill bit.
_________________ Posts not legal advice.
|
Sat Jan 23, 2021 4:05 pm |
|
|
mcyclonegt
Site Supporter
Location: West Olympia Joined: Mon May 28, 2012 Posts: 6817
Real Name: Matt
|
If you are that worried about temperature just use some cutting fluid. It would be difficult to work harden mild steel with a new bit. A small drill press can be had on craiglist or Facebook marketplace. Grab a benchtop for 50 bucks and resell it when you are done. They are pretty handy though.
_________________ "I'm Hub McCann. I've fought in two World Wars and countless smaller ones on three continents. I led thousands of men into battle with everything from horses and swords to artillery and TANKS! I've seen the headwaters of the Nile, and tribes of natives no white man had ever seen before. I've won and lost a dozen fortunes, KILLED MANY MEN! And loved only one woman, with a passion a FLEA like you could never begin to understand. That's who I am. NOW, GO HOME, BOY!"
"I know not with what weapons World War III will be fought, but World War IV will be fought with sticks and stones". Albert Einstein 1947
|
Sat Jan 23, 2021 4:40 pm |
|
|
KeystoneCowboy
Site Supporter
Location: Burlington Joined: Wed Aug 22, 2012 Posts: 5999
Real Name: Kyle
|
Correctly. Spindle/chuck speed does not mean it will drill better. In fact, its almost completely the opposite. If you're drilling Ti, I'm sorry. Good luck. Not real fun or feasible to do at home.
_________________ Looking for: S&W Schofield 2x (.38/357) Coonan 1911 Nemo Omen JM Marlin 39M Tikka T3 Tactical(.308) BAR(.308)
|
Sat Jan 23, 2021 5:28 pm |
|
|
|
|
Page 1 of 1
|
[ 7 posts ] |
|
Who is online |
Users browsing this forum: No registered users and 22 guests |
|
You cannot post new topics in this forum You cannot reply to topics in this forum You cannot edit your posts in this forum You cannot delete your posts in this forum You cannot post attachments in this forum
|
|