Moulds, plugs, layups, vacuum processes and composite construction
Gunsmithing
In the first two articles of this series, we built the foundation for this project. First came the plug, carefully shaped until it fitted me exactly the way I wanted a rifle to fit. That plug then became a composite mould capable of producing multiple composite rifle stocks. This is
Gunsmithing
To create a composite mould, a plug (also known as a pattern) is required as a master shape or template that can be used to form the mould.
Composites
In composite mould making, a plug (also called a pattern) is the master shape or template used to create the mould. It is an exact, full-scale model of the desired part or component. The plug is critical because the surface quality, dimensions, and geometry of the plug directly determine
Gunsmithing
The DIY journey of a project to enhance the looks and accuracy of my CZ457 LRP Rifle