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Receiver Contouring Fixture
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SKU: 080914000
Overview
This fixture provides a stable setup for machining surplus military receivers when precise contouring and facing work is needed. Used with Brownells Receiver Facing Mandrels, it allows the receiver to rotate around its own axis so pits, unwanted markings, and front-ring contours can be addressed with the work kept square to the receiver. It is also suited to tasks such as removing the charger guide from Mausers and cleaning up Enfield rear bridges during custom work. Intended for use with Large Ring and Small Ring Mausers, P-14 and P-17 Enfields, 03 Springfield, Rem. 700, and Win M-70 receivers.
Why Hunters Choose the Brownells
Precise Base
For machining surplus military receivers
Use Brownells
Receiver Facing Mandrels
Lets Receiver
Rotate around its own axis
Helps Keep
Machining work square to the
Compatible Several
Several receiver types, including Mausers,
Key Features
- Provides a precise base for machining surplus military receivers.
- Designed for use with Brownells Receiver Facing Mandrels.
- Receiver rotates around its own axis during milling and contouring.
- Helps remove pits, unwanted markings, and re-contour front rings.
- Supports work such as charger guide removal and rear bridge cleanup.
- Ensures machining stays square to the receiver.
Best Used For
- For gunsmiths machining surplus military receivers with Brownells Receiver Facing Mandrels.
- For custom rifle work on Large Ring and Small Ring Mausers, Enfields, and Springfield receivers.
- For users needing square setup when removing pits, markings, or re-contouring front rings.
- For shop work on compatible Rem. 700 and Win. M-70 receiver projects.
- For careful receiver cleanup where precise alignment matters more than speed.
Specifications
| Blade Finish | Blued |
|---|---|
| Compatible With | Large Ring and Small Ring Mausers, P-14 and P-17 Enfields, 03 Springfield, Rem. 700, Win M-70 |
| Length | 13 in (33 cm) |
| Material | Steel |
| Width | 3 in (7.6 cm) |
Pros
- Provides a precise base for machining surplus military receivers
- Designed for use with Brownells Receiver Facing Mandrels
- Lets the receiver rotate around its own axis during setup
- Helps keep machining work square to the receiver
- Compatible with several receiver types, including Mausers, Enfields, Springfield, Remington 700, and Winchester M-70
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for machining and contouring surplus military receivers, so it is a specialized shop fixture rather than a general-purpose firearm accessory.
- Use depends on Brownells Receiver Facing Mandrels, so it is part of a setup system and not a standalone solution.
- Compatibility is listed for specific receiver types, which means it is not intended for every action or platform.
- The fixture is steel and blued, but the product data does not provide broader performance or finish-durability details.
Suggested Comparisons
- Receiver facing mandrels
- Gunsmithing fixtures
- Receiver machining tools
- Action truing and contouring tools
Suggested Accessories
- Machining mandrels
- Receiver action wrench
- Gunsmithing vise
- Precision measuring tools
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Receiver Contouring Fixture used for?
It provides a precise base for machining surplus military receivers. The description says it is used for milling and contouring work, including removing pits, unwanted markings, and re-contouring front rings.
Which receivers is this fixture compatible with?
The listed compatibility includes Large Ring and Small Ring Mausers, P-14 and P-17 Enfields, 03 Springfield, Rem. 700, and Win M-70.
Does this fixture work by itself, or does it require other Brownells tools?
The description says it is used with Brownells Receiver Facing Mandrels. Those mandrels are part of the setup for the receiver to rotate around its own axis.
What kinds of custom work is it intended to help with?
The description specifically mentions removing the charger guide from Mausers, cleaning up Enfield rear bridges, and other custom work on surplus military receivers.
What are the basic product specifications?
The fixture is listed as steel, blued, and measures 13 inches long by 3 inches wide.