how to bend McKay uzi flat

[jdurgin]

after considerable time tweaking the dies i now have a working set. i need do a trial bend from start to finish to make sure everything is doable with common tools. looks unlikely that the dies will be available for under the $150 benchmark i set due to the complicated machining and material costs, however affordability is a priority. will update with procedural pic's when done. thanks for all the interest.

 

[kevinoneil68]

Will patiently wait...
How much $$$ ?

 

[jdurgin]

i am trying to keep a basic die set below $150

 

[Bakemono]

Awesome. Count me in.

 

[rcbif]

Sounds like a good price. Would pretty much pay for itself by doing 3 receivers...

 

[vornskr]

Asap please!!

Please post pics and instructions and count me in. I need to get started on my build.

 

[Johnny_V]

Also interested in a jig. Could you post some larger pics?

 

[dcorb]

I am interested in one.

 

[jdurgin]

update

here are some updated pic's, the black receiver is a factory bend and the silver one was done with my dies

 

[Johnny_V]

Very nice. I especially like how the trunnion area is formed. Looking forward to seeing more..

Johnny V
NRA Endowment Life Member 1976

 

[ADAM12]

What size press are you using?
Do you think it can be bent with a 20 ton press?

 

[kevinoneil68]

Is it the rear section also or just the font trunnion?
Thanks!!!!
BTW looks awesome !!!!

 

[totenkopf]

What size press are you using?
Do you think it can be bent with a 20 ton press?

i am interested in one and would like to know this also. thanks.

 

[jdurgin]

i had the pressbreak set at 5 tons should be able to reproduce with car jack

 

[jdurgin]

bending die

here's the straight portion of the die it's being modified to make more cost friendly thanks for the interest

 

[d4xycrq]

JDurgin,

Make a set of dies for me. Your price is reasonable.

Let me know when they are ready.

Keep up the good work!

Ray

 

[Sevo]

I am in for on. Please put me on the list. Let me know what form of payment you accept

I look forward to trying one out

 

[Johnny_V]

Patiently awaiting.....

Johnny V
NRA Endowment Life Member 1976

 

[briona7]

J durgin, very interesting. How does one order?

 

[frankle951]

Yes sir, Im waiting !!!!!