Forging a Flintlock Rifle Barrel by Jon Laubach

Jon Laubach demonstrates how to hand-forge a rifle barrel. 85 mins, DVD format.

In this DVD Jon Laubach shows how to hand-forge a wrought-iron rifle barrel. Using a coal-fired forge such as those used in the 18th century, Laubach demonstrates  how to produce a 45-inch-long tapered and flared octagon barrel. Also includes a demonstration on forging a breech plug and traditional boring bits. Assisted by Chris Laubach and Mike Miller.