Watch & Learn
Follow step-by-step firearm disassembly and reassembly guides built for the workbench. Learn what comes apart, what order it goes back together, what to watch for, and how to verify function before calling the job done.
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Disassembly is only half the job. The real skill is keeping parts organized, understanding how they fit, reassembling with control, and finishing with a proper safety and function check.
Pistol Teardown Index
Use the style tabs for major pistol families, or use the alphabet tabs to browse by manufacturer. Some guides may appear in more than one place because platform and manufacturer do not always line up cleanly.
The 1911 gets its own tab because it is a pistol pattern, not just one manufacturer. Use these guides as a step-by-step 1911 teardown and reassembly path.
1911
1911 Slide Disassembly and Reassembly for the Everyday Person: Step-by-Step Working on your 1911 slide doesn’t have to be intimidating. Whether you’re…
1911
Working on a 1911 isn’t just about taking it apart—it’s an experience that connects you to its long history. For many, the…
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Mastering the 1911: A Step-by-Step Guide to Frame Disassembly Disassembling a 1911 is as much about understanding the firearm as it is…
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Mastering the 1911: A Step-by-Step Guide to Frame Assembly When you grab your 1911 parts and start assembling them, it’s more than…
Use this tab for Glock pistols and Glock-pattern pistols. This is the fastest path for visitors who think by platform instead of manufacturer.
Disassembly & Reassembly
Do you need to do a deep cleaning or a repair of a Glock 43? Let me show you how to get…
Disassembly & Reassembly
Do you need to learn how to field strip your Glock? This is the beginner's guide to the first thing you need…
Disassembly & Reassembly
Do you need to take a Glock apart? Let me show you step by step on how to disassemble a glock frame…
Disassembly & Reassembly
In our Glock Reassembly Video will show you how to reassemble your Glock step by step from its individual components. If you…
Disassembly & Reassembly
Are you building that custom Glock and need to know how to work on the slide? Let me show you how I…
Disassembly & Reassembly
Do you need to do a deep cleaning or a repair of a Glock 43? Let me show you how to get…
Disassembly & Reassembly
Do you need to do a deep cleaning or a repair of a Glock 43? Let me show you how to get…
Disassembly & Reassembly
Do you need to do a deep cleaning or a repair of a Glock 43? Let me show you how to get…
Disassembly & Reassembly
Fully disassemble and reassemble your Glock 43 with this no-fluff, step-by-step teardown by Jason Schaller. Every spring, pin, and striker explained—built for DIYers who demand confidence, safety, and real-world performance.
Disassembly & Reassembly
Learn how to fully disassemble and reassemble a Glock 29—step by step. Covers every part: striker, extractor, slide lock, mag catch, and more. Includes tool links, safety tips, and function check.
Browse pistol teardown guides by manufacturers starting with A through D.
Deep Cleaning
I've stared at revolvers in the safe and wondered whether the rust under the grip is cosmetic or a warning. You've probably…
Deep Cleaning
Complete step-by-step guide to deep clean a Dan Wesson .44 Magnum revolver. Covers disassembly, ultrasonic cleaning, barrel-to-cylinder gap measurement with 0.006 inch feeler gauge, and full reassembly with video timestamps and verified tool list.
Disassembly & Reassembly
Are you trying to figure out how to field strip the Beretta 84 or Beretta 85 so you can clean it and…
Disassembly & Reassembly
Are you having problems with failure to extract or failure to fire out of a Beretta 84 or 85? Your problem could…
Disassembly & Reassembly
Complete step-by-step guide to reassembling a Beretta 80 series slide (81, 82, 84, 85 F and FS models). Covers firing pin, block, retaining pins, extractor, tools, and common mistakes — with video walkthrough.
Disassembly & Reassembly
Beretta 80 Series Frame Disassembly: 84, 85, 81 Step-by-Step Guide Do you need to replace a trigger bar, inspect your sear spring,…
Disassembly & Reassembly
Video Walkthrough After you have completed repairs or replaced parts in your Beretta 80 Series pistol, you will need to put it…
Disassembly & Reassembly
Reassemble a Beretta 92FS frame without guesswork. Whether you’re finishing a deep clean, doing a repair, or rebuilding after Cerakote—this step-by-step guide covers every part in order. Works for the Beretta M9A1 and Beretta 96 too.
Disassembly & Reassembly
Learn how to field strip a Beretta 92FS step-by-step. This guide covers slide removal, barrel and recoil spring breakdown, and reassembly—ideal for M9A1, 92A1, and Beretta 96 models.
Disassembly & Reassembly
Our CZ 75B and Clone Slide Disassembly and Reassembly Video will show you how to disassemble a slide down to its individual…
Disassembly & Reassembly
Our CZ 75B and Clone Frame Disassembly Video will walk you through disassembling the frame of a CZ 75B and its clones like the…
Browse pistol teardown guides by manufacturers starting with E through J.
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Browse pistol teardown guides by manufacturers starting with K through P.
Disassembly & Reassembly
Today, we're diving deep into the exciting world of firearm upgrades with a the Dawn 365 slide and barrel, from my friends…
Browse pistol teardown guides by manufacturers starting with Q through V.
Disassembly & Reassembly
Trying to figure out how to field strip a Sig Classic Pistol (P220, P225, P228, P229, M11)? I show you how I…
Disassembly & Reassembly
Our CZ 75B and Clone Field Strip Video will walk you through Field Stripping a CZ 75B and its clones like the…
Disassembly & Reassembly
Our Sig P365 field strip video will walk you through field stripping the Sig P365, Sig P365 XL and Sig P365 SAS.…
Disassembly & Reassembly
Step-by-step breakdown of the Sig P365 and P365 XL slide disassembly, including striker, extractor, and rear sight removal.
Disassembly & Reassembly
Learn how to disassemble and reassemble a Sig P365 FCU step-by-step. Full teardown, reassembly, and timing guide included.
Disassembly & Reassembly
In this video, I walk you through how I reassemble the Sig P320 Manual Safety FCU step by step. This includes the…
Browse pistol teardown guides by manufacturers starting with W through Z.
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Rifle Teardown Index
Use the style tabs for major rifle families, or use the alphabet tabs to browse by manufacturer. Some guides may show up in more than one place because platform and manufacturer do not always line up cleanly.
Use this tab for AR-pattern rifles, upper and lower receiver work, bolt carrier group teardown, and rifle reassembly checks.
AR-Style Rifles
Detailed AR-15 Upper Assembly tutorial image from The Rogue Banshee’s complete build guide. AR-15 upper assembly doesn’t have to be complicated. Whether…
AR-Style Rifles
Break down your AR-15 upper without damaging parts. This teardown guide shows how to remove the barrel, FSB, ejection port cover, and forward assist—step-by-step with timestamps and tool tips.
AR-Style Rifles
Learn how to assemble an AR-15 lower step-by-step with this full visual guide. From bolt catch to buffer tube, this walkthrough shows each part, tool, and technique to build it right the first time.
Use this tab for bolt action rifles, bolt teardown, stock or chassis work, maintenance access, and reassembly checks.
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Use this tab for AK-pattern rifles, field stripping, maintenance access, and platform-specific reassembly steps.
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Use this tab for rimfire rifle teardown, cleaning access, reassembly order, and small-part management.
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Browse rifle teardown guides by manufacturers starting with A through D.
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Browse rifle teardown guides by manufacturers starting with E through J.
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Browse rifle teardown guides by manufacturers starting with K through P.
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Browse rifle teardown guides by manufacturers starting with Q through Z.
Disassembly & Reassembly
A Comprehensive Guide to Assembling the Winchester Model 94: From Start to Finish Assembling a Winchester Model 94 can feel like both…
Disassembly & Reassembly
Have you ever found yourself standing in front of your Winchester Model 94, itching to delve into its inner workings? Well, let…
Latest Rifle Teardowns
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Shotgun Teardown Index
Use the action-type tabs for common shotgun families, or use the alphabet tabs to browse by manufacturer. Some guides may appear in more than one place because action type and manufacturer do not always line up cleanly.
Use this tab for pump shotgun teardown, cleaning access, shell carrier work, action bar orientation, and reassembly checks.
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Use this tab for semi-auto shotgun teardown, gas system access, recoil system checks, cleaning access, and reassembly order.
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Use this tab for over-under, side-by-side, and single-shot shotgun disassembly, cleaning access, and basic reassembly checks.
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Browse shotgun teardown guides by manufacturers starting with A through D.
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Browse shotgun teardown guides by manufacturers starting with E through J.
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Browse shotgun teardown guides by manufacturers starting with K through P.
Disassembly & Reassembly
Learn how to field strip and clean your Mossberg 500 shotgun in this comprehensive Mossberg 500 Field Strip & Clean DIY guide.…
Browse shotgun teardown guides by manufacturers starting with Q through Z.
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Latest Shotgun Teardowns
Use the tabs above to find a shotgun action type or manufacturer, or browse the newest shotgun disassembly and reassembly guides below.
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