80% lower finished

[11Charlie]

Thanks for sharing. Think I might have to go get a jig for myself

 

[etrain16]

Cool to see some feedback on that 5D jig. I am impressed with that particular setup - it's on my want list, pretty high up too. Glad to hear you really like it, that makes the decision even easier. Nice work.

I can speak to that deburring tool as well - I carried one in the field as an electrician to debur the inside of conduit after cutting it. Not sure if it will work well for what you need to do, but it is a handy tool. Good for deburring copper pipe after cutting as well.

 

[Diamondback]

I'm thinking if I order one, rather than fight with "ship, ship it and lower back, return ship," just ask if they can mill it out for reinforced buffer-towers like on the Tennessee Arms lower right off the bat.

 

[5D Tactical]

Awesome job Caveman Jim! We followed the trail of cheese shavings and decided it was time to step up to support the forum. We aren't sure if the forum Admin has finished setting us up yet, but let it be known that we are here.

 

[Diamondback]

@5D Tactical I was the guy who contacted you about a review here, but looks like I was beaten to the punch!

Welcome aboard! Your profile says "Silver Vendor," so if Joe hasn't got you fully set-up yet he's got you well into the process.

 

[etrain16]

Awesome job Caveman Jim! We followed the trail of cheese shavings and decided it was time to step up to support the forum. We aren't sure if the forum Admin has finished setting us up yet, but let it be known that we are here.

Welcome! Great to have you here. I've got your jig on my short list of items to buy. I'm impressed with the quality of your product.

 

[Caveman Jim]

Awesome job Caveman Jim! We followed the trail of cheese shavings and decided it was time to step up to support the forum. We aren't sure if the forum Admin has finished setting us up yet, but let it be known that we are here.

That's great Andy, we always welcome new vendors and I am stoked to have been a part of getting yous guys here.

I started #2 today!!!!! I'm gonna have to build a lot of guns, this is too fun!!!

 

[ThemGunsThough]

Looks good. Kicking myself for not picking a few up during a few recent sales.

 

[Caveman Jim]

You can still get 80% billit Noreen lowers for $45 at select retailers. I have two.

 

[KeepnitReel]

I think the cheese grater is a great idea. Light weight lower

This being the first time that I have used it I didn't want to screw up. I've heard horror stories about it so I took my time and it was about one and a half hours.
My FSIL SENT ME THIS....
You could have made a cheese grader out of your lower if it didn't turn out right.
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[mrfullmetal]

great thread!

 

[KeepnitReel]

Swing it by, the blast cabinet puts a perfect finish on the inside of your milled areas.

Now I need to figure out how to debur the trigger control group holes on the inside (in the last pick, zoom in to see what I'm talkin about).

 

[3MTA3]

Just watched the two part video from 5D, and I'm impressed by the design and simplicity.

 

[Squidly]

I was sold when I watched the video the first time. It is the best jig out there IMHO. It can also mill a 308 lower with an extra adapter, another selling point.

I agree on all points, but mostly the video. Watched and studied it several times and figured that another cave man besides you could do it. I'll have mine it about a week. Bought the router on Amazon.

 

[Dr Prepper]

We use these

Now I need to figure out how to debur the trigger control group holes on the inside (in the last pick, zoom in to see what I'm talkin about).

We used these cool little doodads called cogsdills at Boeing (or bloeing as I call 'em) it's basically a round bit/shank that holds a carbide shaper/scraper and will QUICKLY deburr inside and blind holes. Google it. I'm sure there's pictures. I think cogsdills is the maker.

 

[DirectDrive]

Great thread.
I like the router idea vs. the drill press.

 

[Caveman Jim]

Just watched the two part video from 5D, and I'm impressed by the design and simplicity.

That's what sold me that video was just so simple, I figured even I could do it justice. Just finishe'd #2 & #3 today...

 

[Caveman Jim]

I agree on all points, but mostly the video. Watched and studied it several times and figured that another cave man besides you could do it. I'll have mine it about a week. Bought the router on Amazon.

Good choice, it really is that simple to use just have the capability to go step by step while you route &take it slow & steady.

 

[3MTA3]

That's what sold me that video was just so simple, I figured even I could do it justice. Just finishe'd #2 & #3 today...

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Dang, keep going like that you are going to need your own roll mark...

 

[Caveman Jim]

Dang, keep going like that you are going to need your own roll mark...

I actually thought about that today!!!

And I'm gonna have to build two more rifles after this pistol...