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 | Module 1 - The Lathe
In this course you will learn everything about how to operate a lathe and the how-to knowledge of turning out professional quality parts. In typical AGI fashion everything is covered in explicit detail, using extreme close-ups, charts, detailed drawings and mock-ups, along with the real world knowledge and instruction of a professional machinist.
Every aspect of operating the lathe is covered: Parts identification and operation, tool geometry, detailed �how-to� grind tool bits step by step (and why), measuring techniques and proper use of dial calipers, micrometers and other machinist measuring tools, three, four and six jaw chucks, tool holders, face plates, collet changers, boring bars, dial indicators, threading, parting, drilling, numerous set-ups, calculating running speeds for various materials, and how to use the �Machinist Handbook� along with other key reference materials. In short, all considerations for setting up and making parts from raw stock. There is so much covered that we can�t list it all!
We�ll take you from basic lathe operation all the way through to the set-up and step by step making of a set of precise threaded �test-bars�. After you have learned to make these �test bars� you will be able to show others that you really know your stuff.
>The ZEN of Working the Lathe?!
Master Gunsmith and Machinist Darrell Holland, who instructs this course, teaches you his personal philosophy on how to learn to feel and listen to the lathe and to �hear what it is telling you�. You will know when you are making a perfect cut and when you are not. A lifetime of tricks, tips and techniques are revealed.
We guarantee that this course far exceeds any other videos on the lathe, mill and general machine shop ever offered - we have looked at them all! This course is more in depth, provides you with more �tricks of the trade� and is six times longer then any of the others. After you master the information contained in this course, you will be able to walk into any machine shop and be able to competently set up and run a lathe.
>Look at what AGI�s Lathe Course offers!
The following is a brief outline of what is contained in the new AGI Machine Lathe Course. The course is 12 hours in length on 13 videocassettes, which makes it easy to learn and review when needed.
Tape I - Introduction to the lathe history, lathe lingo, identifying the parts of the lathe, the 3 types of lathe operations, four principles of lathe operation, methods of support and determining proper speeds.
Tape 2 - Cutting tools, tool holders, types of cutting tools, tool geometry and grinding tools.
Tape 3 - Measuring and the decimal system, understanding the decimal system, measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, depth micrometers etc.).
Tape 4 - Lathe setup, precision leveling, alignment of the tailstock and (how-to make an alignment test bar).
Tape 5 - Raw material selection, basic metallurgy, stock selection and preparation, chucking up, balancing and shimming.
Tape 6 - Listening to the lathe, facing and turning techniques, what to watch out for (chatter, overheating, poor finish, etc.), reading the chip, working with problem materials (stainless), and cutting fluids (what is out there and how to use them).
Tape 7 - Feed rates, power feeds and manual feed techniques, proper speed selection, taking the first cut and how-to practice.
Tape 8 - Tapers - types and uses, methods of calculating and cutting, tailstock set over method and compound rest method.
Tape 9 - Threading - external - calculations and threading techniques, step by step instruction.
Tape 10 - Threading - internal - calculations and techniques, tapping and threading practice.
Tape 11 - Boring holes, types, techniques and practice.
Tape 12 - Finishing techniques, reaming, knurling, filing and polishing.
Tape 13 - Advanced lathe operations, holding close tolerances, advanced threading, final practice and close. ... [read more]
Comprehensive lathe "How to" instructed by Master Gunsmith and machinist Darrell Holland.
 $479.95  $479.95 |
 | Module 2 - Milling Machine
The Milling Course is very comprehensive and \"Hands-On\". It is almost ten hours in length on a dozen videocassettes. A lifetime of experience compressed into a format that will enable you to learn quickly and professionally how to operate a Bridgeport style vertical mill, which is applicable to almost all of the milling machines found in both professional and hobby shops today. While ideal for the beginner even the most advanced machinist will learn some new tricks. Everything on the mill from A-Z is covered, including what to look for when buying a mill.
We start with the very basic components of the mill and take you all the way through all the most common milling & boring operations. Then it is on to advanced techniques such as Rotary Tables & How-to Build Production Tooling. Plus there are dozens and dozens of tricks & tips salted all the way through the course. You\'ll be happy that you won\'t have to learn the hard way and you will be thrilled with the many time saving techniques that will have even experienced operators saying, \"now why didn\'t I think of that?!\" The following outline gives you just a taste of the knowledge and skills that you will master.
The AGI Milling Course - A Brief Outline:
I) Milling Course - Brief Outline
Introduction & History of Milling: when the mill was invented & early mills. Horizontal, vertical, and modern upgrades.
Motorized Feed
Digital Readouts
Computer Controlled Milled (CNC)
Introduction to the Mill: Basic nomenclature for identifying mill sizes and type; Identifying parts of the mill and their purpose.
Headstock
Column
Knee
Table
Quill
Hand Wheel
Power Feed
Considerations for purchasing a Mill.
Size vs. Use
Vertical or Horizontal
Cheap vs. Expensive Vises
How to inspect a used machine
Spindle
Critical wear surfaces
Backlash
Shop Safety
Eye protection
Apron
Hand Protection
Chemicals
Types of Milling Cuts
Holes
Facing
Conventional Cutting
Climb Cutting
Fly Cutting
Setting and Truing the Machine
Tramming in the head
Principles for correct Mill operation
Solid support for your work piece
Proper setup and truing
Cutter must be held rigid
Mill must run at proper speed
Cutting depth and speed must be correct (i.e., chip load)
Each Principle discussed in Detail
Solid Support for your Work Piece
Vises
Clamps
Screw fixtures
Mounting plate
Setup
X and Y axis
Z axis
Using an edge finder
Prepping raw stock
Squaring and truing
Re-zeroing trued parts and pieces
Cutter must be held rigidly
R8 style collets
Other collets
Chucks and their uses
Speeds SFM: How to calculate
RPM: How to calculated
Milling Speed and Feeds
Demonstration of Feed Rates and Speeds for different materials
Chipload
Stock Removal Rate
Work piece material
Work piece hardness
Climb vs. Conventional Cutting
Basic Measuring Review
Brief review of the decimal system as it applies to milling
Basic measuring tools and how to use them properly
Dial calipers
Micrometer
Specialized measuring tools for the Mill and How to use them
Edge finder
Center finder
Digital height gauge & Surface Plate
Types of cutters
Cobalt, Carbide, High Speed, etc...
Specific Cutters
Endmills
Form cutters
Face mills
Woodruff cutters
Fly cutters
II)Practical Section: Basic Milling operations and How to do Them.
Manual Feed Methods & Techniques
Backlash
Hand Wheel operation
Drilling and boring
Moving the bed X, Y axis
Power feed methods and techniques
Drilling and boring
Moving the bed
Drilling and Tapping
Methods and techniques
Coolants, Tapping fluids
Practice #1> Boring (tips and techniques)
Practice #2> Facing (tips and techniques), Conventional & Climb
Practice #3> Shaping (tips and techniques)
Practice #4> Fly Cutting
Holding Tight Tolerances (techniques)
Advanced Techniques
Using digital readouts
Practice #5> With Digital Readout
Fixtures for multiple part production
Work stops
Rotary tables
Custom setups
Index table
Techniques for Multiple Part Production
Quality Control
Tools and devices for quality control and tolerance testing
Surface plate
Making Go/No go gauges for QC
Techniques for measuring and checking tolerances
Installing harden or Carbide Bushings in a Drill Fixture
Detent plungers in tooling
Cutting Dovetails
Additional Tips, Tricks & Techniques
Final Wrap Up... [read more]
Comprehensive milling machine "How to" instructed by Master Gunsmith and machinist Darrell Holland.
$479.95 $479.95 |
 | Module 3 - General Machine Shop Support Equipment and Techniques
The third and final installment of our Machine Shop Course builds on the knowledge you have acquired from the Lathe & Mill Courses. You will learn many new techniques (tricks that even some experienced machinists don�t know), saving you years of frustration, trial and error. In Machine Shop 3, Darrell Holland will take you through all the support equipment that you need to have in your shop. He�ll teach you what to look for when purchasing equipment and show you how to set-up and get the best performance out of each machine.
You will learn: How to set-up and use an engraving machine for lettering, tooling, barrels, etc. How to sharpen drills & end mills (this will save you lots of money!). Making a Bearing Scraper. Removing broken screws (these tricks will help you out of a jam). Understanding the Rockwell Hardness Scale. Heat Treating Furnaces and their uses. Also, Darrell goes through all the details of setting up your shop. He shares numerous time and money saving ideas, showing you the How and Why of setting up your shop for maximum efficiency. All the above would be equal to what you MIGHT learn in a semester of machine shop at the college level and are certainly worth investing in the course. But there�s much, much more�.
The Surface Grinder: Darrell takes you through complete setup, all controls and features, how to true the wheel before cutting and performs a complete surfacing operation. Most people have never even seen these machines before and he leaves you understanding how to use them.
The Blast Cabinet: Not only does Darrell cover the basic operation and techniques, he shows you special techniques that make the expensive components of the system last longer AND help you blast your parts fast.
The Belt Sander: This section shows many special techniques. This IS the most important support tool you can own and Darrell tells you why and covers everything you need to know to use it correctly and to its best advantage. You will know more uses for a belt sander than they ever thought possible AND exactly how to do them.
Using the Drill Press: I�ve used one for years, and still learned some new ideas (you know how thorough Darrell is!) He shows many tips and tricks, including simple ways to setup for drilling multiple parts quickly AND accurately, as well as easy ways to prevent accidents from happening.
Removing Broken Screws: Darrell shows several methods for not only removing broken screws but also broken taps. He doesn�t just tell you how to do it, he actually does it.
The Horizontal Band Saw: He showed it in the Lathe course, but here Darrell takes the time to demonstrate numerous techniques for holding odd shaped parts and for getting more accurate cuts. He also shows you how to use this versatile machine as a vertical bandsaw.
Heat Treating: He not only covers the furnaces, but also how to heat-treat, the differences between oil & air hardening and how to get advice & tips from professional heat-treating companies, for free!
Shop Set-up: Darrell goes through all the details of setting up your shop, I mean everything!! Power, lighting, ventilation, fire extinguishers, equipment placement, work bench placement, air system routing, how to set up your dirty room and raw stock storage, you name it, he covers it.
>BONUS VIDEO #1: Boring Engine Cylinders: This video covers EVERY part of the process from measuring and calculations, choosing correct oversize pistons, on through boring bar setup, the actual boring and honing to finished size. It�s a VERY thorough course! After you watch this video, you will know how to do it right!
BONUS VIDEO #2: Automotive Brake Lathe Course: Shows every step in detail and gives loads of tips picked up from years of experience. You�ll be able to walk up to a brake lathe and begin turning rotors/drums immediately, after watching this course.
>BONUS VIDEO #3: Latest Technologies Video of The International MACHINE TOOL SHOW! It is so cool to see these state-of-the-art computer controlled machines going through their paces and to listen to the factory reps answering questions! You will be exposed to all the latest equipment and techniques being used in machining, including laser, EDM and water jet technology!
Become AGI Certified As A Machinist:
Included with The General Machine Shop 3, are the written materials, steel and aluminum needed for you to receive AGI Machine Shop Certification. Certification consists of two tests. The first test is a multiple-choice exam on Machine Shop Theory. The test is developed from the material covered in all the Machine Shop Course videos; Lathe, Mill and General Machine Shop. Upon passing you will receive a personalized Certificate in �Machine Shop Theory�. The second test is a Practical Applications test. We include the raw stock and blueprints required for you to turn two �Test bars� like Darrell made in the Lathe Course. The �Test bars� will be returned to AGI for grading fit & finish. You will also receive the material to make the �test block� from the Mill course. You can use your video course as a step-by-step guide.
Upon successful completion of both projects you will receive your personalized, �Machinist, Practical Applications� certificate. This is a true test of your knowledge and skill, enabling you to get a job in a machine shop if you wanted one. There is no time limit in which to complete either testing section. (NOTE: Testing & Certification is NOT currently offered in California pending course approval. All California students will receive testing after course is State approved). After taking the complete Machine Shop Course, you will be able to walk into any machine shop and talk with total confidence & intelligence about almost all aspects of General Machine Shop. ... [read more]
Comprehensive look at Machine Shop machines, tips, tricks and techniques instructed by Master Gunsmith and machinist Darrell Holland.
$479.95 $479.95 |
 | Mossberg 500
Mossberg 500 Series Shotguns
An excellent value for the money, the Mossberg 500 series has seen massive acceptance with sportsmen all over the world. But, these shotguns do have a few problems that this course will help you to solve inexpensively. Also numerous tricks and techniques are provided to insure reliable operation. Just the assembly and cleaning portion of this video course will save you $30-40. A rare factory cutaway is used to clearly demonstrate the inner workings.
If you want the “quick” course on how to get the Mossberg 500 Shotgun apart, back together, and operating as intended, then this course is for you (if you want the “long course”, look into our basic 108 hour Professional Gunsmith course). Among the items covered are:
History
- Bob shares his knowledge of the history of Mossberg firearms and its founder, Oscar Mossberg
- While working for Iver Johnson, Oscar Mossberg invented the transfer bar, which is still used in many firearms today
- Oscar worked for different firearms manufacturers in America, until he and his partner made a four-barreled .22-caliber firearm. This was the gun that was first manufactured by him and his sons under the name O.F. Mossberg & Sons
- After manufacturing several models of firearms, they produced the first model of the Mossberg 500 in the early 1960s. Unlike many other firearms manufacturers, they continued to make the Mossberg 500 better and better through incremental design improvements, a process culminating with the excellent shotgun that they manufacture today
Design & Function
- Through the use of different cutaway firearms, we are shown the function and interaction of parts up close that we would not normally be able to see in their “working environment”
- The primary and secondary cartridge stops and their function are clearly shown and demonstrated
- With views both inside and outside of the gun, we are shown how the bolt functions against the bolt slide.
- Extreme close ups are shown of the bolt lock (locking block), and its function is explained
- The two extractors are shown and their differing functions are explained
- The sequence of cartridge feeding is demonstrated and explained in depth
- The ejector is shown and its function is explained
- The safety system is shown and explained
- Action bars are shown and their functions are explained
- Spare parts information is discussed
- Fire control system is shown and explained in depth
- Views of individual parts help us to understand their functions
Disassembly
- As the firearm is disassembled, Bob continues his explanation of how the various parts function
- Barrel removal is shown and explained
- Trigger guard removal is shown, along with the cartridge stops
- The bolt slide, elevator and bolt are removed from the receiver
- Magazine tube removal is shown and explained. Cautions are given
- Magazine spring is removed from the magazine tube and the follower is removed from the receiver
- Forearm and action bar assembly are shown being taken out of the receiver
- Buttstock removal is shown
- Safety disassembly is shown and explained
- Ejector removal from inside the receiver is demonstrated
- Bolt disassembly is shown and explained (bolt lock, firing pin and extractors)
- Trigger guard disassembly is shown and explained in depth (drawing a picture of the springs’ positions inside the trigger guard is suggested)
- Forearm disassembly is shown and explained (special tool is used)
Cleaning & Lubrication
- AGI cleaning & lubrication methods shown, along with the reasons for their use
- After cleaning, dry with air gun, or in the oven on Warm ~185-200 degrees (metal parts ONLY)
- Lubing the “Bob” way, and what kind he likes
Reassembly & Troubleshooting
- Safety reassembly is shown and explained
- Action bar assembly is installed into the forearm
- Magazine tube is reassembled, placed inside of the forearm and is shown being screwed into the receiver (tips are given for using a vise)
- Ejector reassembly is shown and explained
- Bolt is reassembled and explained (tips are given for extractor fit and function)
- Troubleshooting tips – Firing pin protrusion is shown and explained (positive protrusion is defined and specs are given)
- Troubleshooting tips – New style bolt is shown and its variations are explained
- Trigger guard (housing) is reassembled. The specific order of parts being installed is shown and explained (special tools are shown, as well as how to make and use them)
- Function of various parts in the trigger housing is shown and described in depth
- Buttstock being reassembled onto the receiver is shown and tips are given for stock longevity
- The function of the elevator is shown and explained (tips for tuning and troubleshooting are given)
- The bolt, elevator and bolt slide are shown being installed into the receiver
- Cartridge stops are shown being installed into the receiver. Their functions are further explained
- Barrel being installed into receiver is shown
- Function and safety checks are explained and shown being performed
Accessories
- Various buttstocks are shown
- Various pistol grips are shown
- Various forearms are shown
- Shell holders are discussed and shown
- Front handguards (heat shields) are shown
If you noticed how often the terms “explanation”, and “demonstration” are used, you may be getting some idea of why this course is a “must have” for any Mossberg 500 Shotgun owner, or someone who intends to be. ... [read more]
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Instructed by Master Gunsmith Robert Dunlap.
90 minues
$34.95 $39.95 |
 | Parkerizing Kit with Step by Step Video
Finally, a complete parkerizing kit that enables anyone to get excellent results at home or in the shop. Kit provides enough cleaner, degreaser and neutralizer to parkerize several guns. Manganese phosphte parkerizing solution produces a dark gray or a charcoal black as desired. Ideal for refinishing military or sporting firearms of all types. AGI\'s exclusive video makes parkerizing easy by removing the veil of mystery that has surrounded this process. You will be shown AGI\'s methods step by step, including: preparing the metal, degreasing, tank set-up, how to mix the finish, what parts should never be parkerized, touch-ups, neutralizing and reassembly. We reveal many \"tricks of the trade\" in this video. (dipping tank and hardware not included)... [read more]
Video Preview Available
Instructed by Master Gunsmith and AGI Director, Gene Shuey.
46 minues
$49.95 $59.95 |
 | Pillar Bedding Rifles For Accuracy
Master rifle builder and renowned varmint hunter Darrell Holland explains and demonstrates the step by step process of making, converting and installing pillars to create a rock solid bedding platform which will increase the accuracy of your rifle. Every step is covered in precise detail.... [read more]
Video Preview Available
Instructed by Master Gunsmith Darrell Holland.
2 Hours
$44.95 |
 | Professional Gun Cleaning Secrets - Internet Special
Learn how professionals clean and maintain their firearms. What equipment is best, types of lubricants, why and when to use them, lead removal, bore cleaners and the latest methods. Why cheap cleaning rods destroy accuracy.
Includes Intruduction to Machine Shop Course, and Introduction to Professional Gunsmithing Courses... [read more]
Instructed by Master Gunsmith Gene Shuey - 2 hours
$0.00 |
| Professional Gun Cleaning:Tips, Tricks, & Techniques
Learn how professionals clean and maintain their firearms. What equipment is best, types of lubricants, why and when to use them, lead removal, bore cleaners and the latest methods.
Retail Price: 39.95
In order to receive the special pricing you must enter the promo code included in your email. If there is no promo code included in your order we can not honor the special pricing.... [read more]
Video Preview Available
Instructed by Master Gunsmith Gene Shuey.
2 hours
$39.95 |
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