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How To Use Our EGW Delrin Plunger Tube Stake-In Tool

How To Use Our EGW Delrin Plunger Tube Stake-In Tool

The EGW Delrin Plunger Tube Stake-In Tool is a specially designed tool that simplifies the installation of a plunger tube on a 1911 pistol frame. The tool is made of Delrin, a high-strength thermoplastic material that is lightweight, and steel. It features a precision fit that ensures the plunger tube is staked in place correctly and securely, preventing it from coming loose. Tools you will need:-EGW plunger tube stake-in tool-Air Grinder or Dremel-Red Loctite-Vice-Hammer-1/16th Hex Key f …
Apr 19th 2023 Devin

Local Shooting Ranges

1000 Yard Ranges PA Original 1000 Yard Benchrest ClubWebsite  |  Facebook197 Kelly RoadTrout Run, PA 17771 Mifflin County Sportsman's AssociationWebsite  |  FacebookEllen Chapel LaneLewistown, PA 17044-2129717-247-2640 Ridgway Rifle ClubWebsite  |  FacebookGrant RoadRidgway, PA 15853814-772-6510Email 500+ Yard Ranges Altoona Rifle and Pistol ClubWebsite  |  Facebook  |  NSSF Page546 Pistol Club RoadAltoona, PA 1 …
Aug 1st 2022 Zac
New Product Requests

New Product Requests

Sometimes, we don't make exactly what you need. If that is ever the case, we want to know how to serve you better! We are always looking for new products to manufacture. Send us an email and let us know. One of our representatives will get back to you shortly. If you have any requests, please email us at info@egwguns.com
Jul 25th 2022 Zac
Krebs 1911 Frame Beavertail Cutting Fixture

Krebs 1911 Frame Beavertail Cutting Fixture

Krebs 1911 Frame Beavertail Cutting Fixture The Krebs 1911 Frame Beavertail Cutting Fixture, now available from Evolution Gun Works (EGW), is a must-have tool for gunsmiths looking to precisely cut and shape 1911 pistol frames for beavertail grip safeties. This fixture ensures an accurate and consistent cut, accommodating .250", .245", and .220" radius beavertails. By securely holding the frame in place within a milling machine vise, the fixture simplifies the process, Checkout …
Jul 12th 2022 Zac

Smith & Wesson Revolver Picatinny Rails and Red Dot Mounts

Smith & Wesson Revolver Picatinny Rails and Red Dot Mounts Are you looking to mount a scope or a red dot to your Smith & Wesson revolver? Our picatinny rails and red dot mounts allow you to easily install your optic and will have you hunting or on the range in no time. There are three quick steps to verify your gun is able to use one of our mounts. Is your gun a K, L, N, or X frame? If so, move on to the next step to verify our mount will fit! Swing open the cylinder …
Apr 4th 2022 Zac

Purchase Orders

Purchase Orders If you are looking to have us manufacture products for you, please provide us with a completed purchase order with all of the necessary information. To have an order placed in our workflow, there must be a completed purchase order submitted to purchaseorders@egwguns.com If you need a template purchase order sheet, we have provided two options for you. The spreadsheet below is editable, just download and open in Excel. Fill out the necessary information and send …
Feb 15th 2022 Zac
Why our bases don't use recoil lugs.

Why our bases don't use recoil lugs.

Why our bases don't use recoil lugs When we mount a scope on a receiver we have to make choices. Which scope mount, which set of rings. There are many choices on the market and everyone makes their mounts and rings a little bit different. Some are picatinny, some are weaver, some use recoil lugs, others don't. One of the most common questions we receive is; "Why do you use tapered head screws and not recoil lugs?". It turns out that receiver's dimensions are not always consiste …
Jan 19th 2022 Zac
Sig M17 / P320 Cut Dimensions

Sig M17 / P320 Cut Dimensions

Sig M17 / P320 Cut Dimensions Sig has quite a few different plate cuts for their optics ready firearms. For non-optic ready guns, check out our dovetail mounting plates for red dots here. We currently make mounts that fit two slide cuts. One for the earlier RX models that came with the original Romeo1 cut. The other style of plate that we make fits the P320 / M17 / M18 models that are cut for the Romeo1Pro and Deltapoint Pro. Our P320 / M17 mounts that fit the Romeo1Pro and Del …
Oct 28th 2021 Zac
Can You Believe It - .50 BMG Rated?!

Can You Believe It - .50 BMG Rated?!

Can You Believe It - .50 BMG Rated?! We received a Facebook message from Grant H., one of our customers asking if our Keystone Rings were .50 BMG rated. He had another brand's rings that were .50 BMG rated and he had issues with them. We responded saying we had not tested them on a .50 before, surprisingly, no one here has a .50 BMG rifle with a spare handful of rounds ready to go. Being the curious folks that we are (George even has the shirt to prove it), we sent a set his way for som …
Oct 20th 2021 Zac
What You Need to Know About Our Keystone Rings

What You Need to Know About Our Keystone Rings

What You Need to Know About Our Keystone Rings Why are they called the Keystone Rings? Are they made out of stone? Our Keystone Rings' name is an homage to the official state nickname of Pennsylvania, where we lovingly call home. U.S. history is important to us and we are proud to be located in a state with such deep history, especially materials and manufacturing. Being located in the middle of the original thirteen colonies, as well as playing a key part in shaping the social …
Oct 20th 2021 Zac