M98 Austrian Gasser revolver timing: Anvil 123

Donor parts from one sacrificed unit are hand fit and timed to create an operational example of a revolver you don't see everyday. NOT a tutorial...we show what you need to learn, not how to do . Cannot perform at this level? Do NOT attempt.
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[@o2wow]

A pleasure indeed.

[@jeffmayhew4148]

This is as real as it gets. Mark's Old School skills are amazing, and an education for everyone.

[@stephenwoods4118]

Do get well soon Mark.

[@yankeefist9146]

With Mark's skill, wit and camera work, he would make watching him tie his shoes interesting. Strong work.

[@imbok]

The key seems to be to do the very minimum required to meet your goals. Minimum changes, minimum intrusion, do only what is needed. Well done. It's how you get in and out without anyone knowing you've been there.

[@genericpersonx333]

Gives me a whole new level of respect for the Habsburger armorers who had to learn every single gun of their armed forces back in the day. Something like a dozen "official" small arms alone, most of them with no commonality to speak of, and made with lots of little springs, pins, and more. Add in the machineguns, the small cannons, flareguns, and other special weapons that'd also need to be dealt with, one wonders how any of them kept their sanity.

[@ScottKenny1978]

I suspect that most of them didn't.

[@Phoenix407]

A great day when a new Anvil comes out

[@ggwoutdoors2a]

Hinged side plate. That's ingenious and an 8 shot! Good stuff sir.

[@VeraTR909]

It was a pleasure, as always! 123 episodes in already, time flies. Been subscribed since the start, it's just very pleasing to see all the similarities (and learning new tricks!) as someone who repaired guitars for a living.

[@robertdeen8741]

I repaired brass and woodwinds and had the same thought.

[@jacksin3323]

I always love these ww1 rebuilds.

[@asepulveda1202]

Thank you for the video Chief. Continue to get better

[@Timothious_Maximus]

Nice to see at least something good came of the parts from the cut up gun.

[@michaeldurling793]

Mark, the pleasure is all mine and thank you. The shear volume of vintage firearms, the approaches to reach an end from maker to maker and shall we say ethnic origin seem endless. Every journey down the rabbit hole is an enjoyable eye opening event for me.

[@jamiewoodard2380]

The old double actions always amaze me. The engineering is remarkable and timing has to be nearly perfect. It's always a pleasure to watch you work and sort through the minute details of what makes these items tick. Like witnessing a watchmaker apply his trade.

[@Davemte34108]

Excellent as always! Not a gunsmith but instrument and tool repair is my hobby, your demonstrations work on most mechanical systems. Back when I was much younger I managed to get a chip from a hammer face in my right forearm. Small entry scar and a 1/2 long scar where an ER doc went in with a pair of forceps to extract the chip.

[@user-td6yv6lr7p]

So I learnt a new word "Zutz" for the gack that was on the loading gate tube, Thanks Mark, glad you are well

[@paisleyprince5280]

He usually calls it "gack". I wonder what the difference is....

[@user-td6yv6lr7p]

@@paisleyprince5280 Oh I also learnt Gack from Mark too

[@tpeee60]

Thank you Sir. I'm in Australia, I will never be able to touch this revolver but I can marvel at its engineering and finer points through you.Your mastery and Skill level 10.

[@thedevilinthecircuit1414]

Ingenious how the trigger guard acts as the latch to keep the gun closed. Several modern makers use this scheme; I didn't know the concept was this old. Thank you Mr. Novak!

[@jesscobb2279]

You are a true master gunsmith. I'm currently restoring an old French M LE M16 in 8mm Lebel and of course I have no clue what I'm doing! However, when I watch you video's I realize that, it takes time to master the elements in which you try to conquer. Thanks Mark, love your work. God Bless.

[@marknovak8255]

Go slow, read read read and keep going. A buck in books saves a grand in regerts

[@jesscobb2279]

@@marknovak8255 slow is all I can do. Is my first attempt. This rifle was left behind a wall in a broken down barn. Talk about major gakk! Plus I'm no gunsmith and don't have real proper tools, but it's coming along.

[@BigT27295]

It's amazing of the thought that brought this pistol to fruition ...

[@jensenwilliam5434]

Thank you for your videos.

[@EvanEverhart911]

Highly edifying. Thank you, as always, Sir.

[@REXOB9]

Awesome repair and awesome explanation of all that you do. Thanks for the video!

[@marshallpittman2423]

Novak is the man!..enjoy all your videos...keep it coming!

[@bocan3189]

Masterful repair work Mark!

[@PatRMG]

It goes bang and I found it a lotta bit interesting!

[@hirampritchard5588]

As always my vocabulary has been expanded and my knowledge increased by watching Mr. Mark work. "Outstanding!"

[@stefanmolnapor910]

Very entertaining.... as always!!!

[@Hjerte_Verke]

Love the old revolvers (and new) but the older the better as the innards are as intricate as a timepiece.

[@salty4496]

A joy to watch, as always :)

[@kenibnanak5554]

That Arkansas stone is called a soft Arkansas stone. There is another white type called Hard Arkansas which is much finer in grit. Sadly new white Arkansas stones haven't been available for decades. As said, the quarry was mined out long ago. Most of the ones still around are a little small, naybe only an inch wide and 3 or 4 inches long, but back in the day, up until maybe the early 1960s, there were large ones the size of a thin brick sold in wood cases. Sadly they are quite brittle and if you drop one you will probably be crying. $$$ When I find them at flea markets and auctions I try to get them. Old white ones are sometimes dished, but there are things you can do to fix or work around that. Worse come to worse, flip it over, LoL

[@paulpipitone8357]

Can you imagine how much time it took to design and fit that gun to work today with computers and cnc machines it is so much faster to change designs wow love the old world craftsmanship

[@nirfz]

26:00 And that is exactely why the mechanics of these old guns (and some new ones) are so fascinating to me!

[@DB-yj3qc]

Still learning from every video you grace us with. My first "gunsmithing" was making a new firing pin / ejector for a single shot 22 LR I bought as a kid. I worn it out. Later I had to make a new extractor for it. Both are total hack jobs but worked well enough for the low cost rifle. I really do enjoy watching a true craftsman that you are. Showing the right way and reminding all of having patience to do it right.

[@finscreenname]

Who else is surprised that Mark didnt put the cut gun frame back together?

[@ScottKenny1978]

Just a little... 🤣

[@lwrii1912]

Twenty years ago I wish I knew Mark, there may have been hope for me to learn as an apprentice under his tutelage. Ah, c'est la vie.

[@zacharylovelady9265]

You're my hero Mark Novak! If I hadn't had such serious health issues, I absolutely would have moved to South Carolina to apprentice under you. Be glad you're not a family member of mine because I would be bothering you constantly about all the super cool things you do😂 your an amazing person, and I've learned so much from you! Thank you for what you do.

[@tonyjones9715]

Thank you Thank you for another great video. It had been a Pleasure .👍

[@jimnaz5267]

well done Mark

[@mjay4700]

Bruno's always getting these horked up obscure C&R revolvers lol

[@ScottKenny1978]

Well, Bruno knows a guy who sorta knows how to fix them.

[@mjay4700]

@@ScottKenny1978 That's the reply I was looking for. Thank you.

[@canadiansfor2A]

I love your videos always a great watch and very informative.

[@spaceghostone]

I have not any of your videos that was not interesting. Keep up the good work!

[@josephcormier5974]

Thank you very informative and interesting video six stars sir

[@Iowa599]

"You can hit a hammer with a hammer, in this case, a punch with a handle." Your wording was spontaneous, but I get what you were thinking. I dig it!

[@francescozambuto1713]

Mark, I need to say this but overall I wish I could work side by side with you even though I clearly know that it would take a life of knowledge I know that I am honored, and again thank you for sharing your knowledge with us.

[@pipsiproductions3758]

You can't duffle cut a Revolv....

[@pitt6801]

Great to see you back again Mark. Thanks for another brilliant video. Keep up the good work.

[@cheesenoodles8316]

Excellent...as always.

[@dragomirw.844]

Always a pleasure to watch you work, Mark!

[@RatelLaw]

Thank you for sharing your expertise

[@timblack6422]

Extremely interesting, thank you, Sir!

[@stickfighter1038]

Mark always shows us something really cool

[@cdixy302]

Now I'm feeling a bit inspired to shine up a couple of crunchy triggers i have! Great video sir!

[@sailingmaster]

Once more into the rabbit hole. Fascinating stuff.

[@JustMakinProgress]

thank you for the content. i really liked this video.

[@doughuerbin6889]

Always great videos

[@minisforerbody]

I know it is what it is and you’re a business first and a KZbinr second. But I’d love for you to release more videos! They’re so interesting. Between you and the Chap from Bloke on the Range you have the best videos of gunsmithing and reloading.

[@ernestrost4069]

I really enjoy watching these vids you post. It was very interesting to see the Austrian Gasser stripped down. A strange pistol indeed.

[@brivas3343]

Great job on getting a classic back up and running!

[@craigalwine1741]

Good episode! Thanks!

[@raymondhorvatin1050]

a pleasure indeed thanks for sharing

[@Andy_Ross1962]

What an elegant and efficient design.

[@slowhand1198]

Most useful approach to witness, especially for the witless. Thanks for steering us clear of the shoals.

[@SST11B]

Always a pleasure to watch and learn sir! Cheers!

[@ncb2734]

Another display of awesome skils Mark

[@BillB23]

It's a crying shame that you don't have any fun doing what you do. :P

[@richardlincoln8438]

Thanks for Your time and efforts Mark.

[@colinw732]

Another excellent and entertaining video. Thank you.

[@HanstheTraffer]

Always learn so much from your videos. Thanks

[@christurley391]

Thanks for the video

[@brentforward910]

Yes VERY interesting. How you can make old “hideous “designs work is amazing.

[@edmazzeo1985]

i learn so much you ,my friend . wish i could have trained under you .

[@aethertech]

Love me some good vintage gun smiting. Mark, ever work on H&R model 195 USRA pistol?

[@jetsonIFY]

Very nice work Mark. looks like a great gun for a day at the range.

[@billshepherd4331]

Always learning from you Mark!

[@MASI_forging]

Great build 👍👍

[@kirkethridge2500]

great video thanks!!

[@NCrowe]

wonderful bit of work, as always.

[@jimdavis9275]

Amazing Mark!!!!! Love your content

[@JuhEffRee]

It's always a pleasure, sir.

[@michaelscott4766]

Outstanding...

[@dougstirk6954]

Awesome vid! I have a gasser, it has a broken firing pin retainer, (threads are broken) I’ll find one someday! 😀

[@erikforks8909]

Pardon my ignorance, but I thought you said there was some slop in the hammer and trigger pins. Was it not enough to need addressed or did I miss something?

[@marknovak8255]

When loaded under spring tension , the stacked tolerance went in a direction that allowed us to ignore the slop. Better to be lucky than good I guess...

[@KendrasEdge757]

Excellent work once again! God bless~

[@Oldmankingspiffy]

I always enjoy your videos

[@elifoust7664]

Outstanding work

[@jim-me9wm]

An adventure in every video

[@butziporsche8646]

Nice one Mark!

[@patmancrowley8509]

Always interesting, Mark.

[@peterconnan5631]

A very interesting gun. Amazing how far ahead the Europeans were at rhat stage.

[@terrysmith8714]

Another great video. Thank you , Cheers.

[@robertdeen8741]

Praise the lord and thank God. Finally, something new from KZbin's most favourite gunsmith! Of more importance, we know Mr. Novak is alive, and I'll assume healthy. You da man sir. Was going to say "bro", but I wouldn't want to sound disrespectful. I admire this gentleman far too much to ever want to appear or sound like I was dissing him. And to think, in all their woke goodness, KZbin most likely despises the great man. I'm sure they're doing their best to demonetise his channel. To cite the lads from South Park, the bastards. Mark, your middle name wouldn't be Kenny would it? Once again, I thank you sir. I don't care what trade a person might be in, but anyone who works in a shop, will learn something from watching him work. I certainly have. In fact, I can say, I've learned many things by watching him work. From trouble shooting, to concept and execution of plan for repair. It's just too wonderful for me to express. The Leonardo da Vinci of gunsmiths.

[@marknovak8255]

I have never been monetized, this had always been a patron affair I have an uncle named Kenny, does that count?

[@JuhEffRee]

@@marknovak8255 Bruh... my uncle Kenneth would be proud.

[@robertdeen8741]

Well the bastards at KZbin better not kill Kenny.

[@seldendaniel8819]

Very enjoyable.

[@markgordon4368]

Superb as always 👌

[@mikepette4422]

I'm a gasser too ! Ask my wife.

[@paulrainsford1953]

Love these videos. I know you don't work on .22 guns but I think you would love the innards of the Unique Hendaye BIS X51. A bundle of rat traps encased in blued steel and walnut. A very good s/a rifle from 50 years ago.

[@djinfwb]

Very interesting design, looks a little like a Colt!

[@dpbeardslee]

I get completely mesmerized by your videos, and while I enjoy them immensely, I am a little afraid you may be doing something subliminal. If I get an irresistible desire to cluck like a chicken later, I'm blaming you. Seriously though - great video!

[@marknovak8255]

Drink Coke, eat popcorn.....just sayin

[@johnmcmorris1170]

The internals in this Gasser reminds me of a Webley I just performed the conservation on.

[@cameronmccreary4758]

Whenever I need to reshape a part onto a firearm and I need to stop off the heat from attacking the part, I use Cool Tool Blue; It is wonderful stuff.

[@marknovak8255]

I agree, totally. However, difficult to explain use on video, also consequences of getting it wrong on the cooking notches was too steep. When the downside gets real I go back to what I know I can make bark...