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Sticking with our WWI history theme this month, we explore 3 battles that changed the course of World War I. World War I was the largest and most devastating war to ever be fought by humanity.

Read more with our newest blog here: https://mgs.edu/3-battles-changed-course-world-war-i/

To the dads who teach, guide, build, and lead by example—thank you for passing down skills, strength, and determination that last a lifetime. Whether it’s time spent hunting, fishing, playing, or simply showing up for us, today we celebrate you. 💪💙⁠

The American Dream: Buy gun ➡️ Work overtime ➡️ Stare at gun ➡️ Repeat. 🤣 Be honest... How many guns do you own that haven't seen the range in the last 6 months? 👀👇

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John’s rolling up his sleeves for Project 7: Micromeasurement.
His task? Using a digital caliper to measure a simulated barrel piece and shims to a tolerance of three decimal places—a skill that requires patience, precision, and attention to detail.

The major players all entered World War I expecting a quick, mobile conflict in the tradition of the Franco-Prussian conflict. While artillery accounted for 60% of the casualties, small arms — mainly machine guns — were a strong second with over 30%.

Read the full article here: https://mgs.edu/bolt-action-machine-guns-fi****ms-wwi/

🇺🇸 Happy 251st Birthday to the U.S. Army! 🇺🇸
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For over two and a half centuries, the Army has stood as a symbol of courage, sacrifice, and service to our nation. Today, we honor the soldiers past and present who have dedicated themselves to protecting our freedoms and serving something greater than themselves.⁠
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Thank you for your unwavering commitment and sacrifice. Happy Birthday, U.S. Army!

MGS MONTHLY BUILD SHOWCASE‼️

Each month, we will post builds that are submitted to us by our graduates! Check out Shane's Side Lever Conversion Re*****on Rolling Block 😎

“I completed this project last year and competed with it in BPCR Silhouette Shooting competitions. It is a side lever conversion Re*****on Rolling Block. I started with the receiver, turned it down, threaded and fitted a Green Mountain barrel, then chambered it in 45/70. I manufactured the side lever and a new block pin, then fixed the pin to the block with a set screw. I performed the color case hardening in the traditional bone and hardwood charcoal mix by heating and quenching. The blued parts are cold blued with Brownell's Oxpho Blue. All metal parts were sanded to a minimum 400 grit, some 600 grit. The wood was purchased rough routed, and I completed the fit and finish."

Images courtesy of Shane B.

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This month's theme is WWI. We are kicking off this month's blogs by talking about modern tactical shotguns and where they got their start. It all started with the Wi******er Model 1897. Read more here: https://mgs.edu/inside-trench-warfare-why-trench-guns-changed-combat/

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A quick glance at projects 3-7, you will complete with MGS!

🔥 Silver Soldering
🔧 Hand-Tool Fabrication
🪨 Stone Polishing
💎 Bluing Preparation
📏 Micromeasurement

What skill do you think is the best to have as a gunsmith?

We honor the courage, sacrifice, and determination of the Allied forces who landed on the beaches of Normandy in 1944. Their bravery helped change the course of history and serves as a lasting reminder of the cost of freedom. We remember those who fought, those who fell, and the legacy they left behind. 🇺🇸