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Barrel boring and breech plug threading process

Kibler's in-house barrel process starts with boring the barrel and threading it for a breech plug on a lathe, then machining the whole barrel including the breech plug in basically two setups.

Topics: Parts & ComponentsTags: Lock, Barrel, Jim KiblerLast verified: 2026-08-16Also called: lock, flintlock, firing mechanism, barrel, tube