I bought a new Taurus 856 UL and it has a sort of jingling noise when I shake it or wave it around (I haven't been doing that in an unsafe way, I noticed it when I pulled it out to try a speedloader I bought)

I have a video, but that post type isn't allowed here

Its the first modern DA revolver I've owned, is that normal or should I send it in to Taurus?

I own a Iver Johnson 50 year anniversary M1 Carbine and the bolt cracked on me and the extractor is no more. I was wondering if the bolt is interchangeable with any other GI bolt?

I feel the line slightly get caught w my nail , tho when I see the barrel hinge the line doesn’t continue, I recently got it gifted so I’m not to sure of its maintenance condition.
(Any advice)

What is the purpose of this small lever/ latch on the side of the star 70B bolt. I see that it can be depressed by the charging rod, but what keeps it from popping into the pocket on the tube while firing? Any info would be appreciated

New to customizing my guns. Looking at a build for my S&W .45 1911 with a custom barrel and comp. Need advice if this is entirely pointless and if these parts would work, or if there are better.

Barrel: https://fusionfirearms.com/1911-officer-barrel-selector-ultra-match-grade-1

Compensator: https://egwguns.com/cnc-carry-compensator-officer-s-compensator?srsltid=AfmBOooGqOH3eYrHHicscizrtxKavaARfWo_HW75V_QMrZ7k_XQuMKf8

Gun: https://www.1911forum.com/threads/smith-wesson-sw1911-pro-series-3-subcompact-review-pics.302986/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic

Got tired of stealing tools from various tool boxes etc every time I needed to torque down a new optic or disassemble a firearm. Metal tool box and it looks like I still have a 3rd drawer free and a bit of space at the top. What tools am I missing here? Working on pretty basic things, glock/Sig, 10/22, AR's etc.

Hello!

Apologies if this is the wrong sub. I was out shooting dove earlier and my gun jammed up. Essentially, the bolt is stuck open (see below).

I've taken the barrel and grip off of it, didn't notice any jams or stuck shells. Pressing the bolt release button does nothing. Any advice?

What material do people make their springs out of?
Both flat and coil springs?

I have heard using 1075 grade is good for flat springs, it got me curious if there is different grades and different types?

I would love to hear how people do all their annealing and tempering etc etc.