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- Fri Aug 15, 2025 6:48 pm
- Forum: Q & A about the 8/81
- Topic: Barrel Jacket Size
- Replies: 8
- Views: 514
Re: Barrel Jacket Size
I wonder if Cam has any info on these buttplates? Its amazing the damage one can see on a barrel nut bushing, as well as the jacket. 

- Fri Aug 08, 2025 3:36 pm
- Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
- Topic: Resistance on reassembly of barrel nut
- Replies: 3
- Views: 297
Re: Resistance on reassembly of barrel nut
Hi there, I understand what you are saying. The only time I have had resistance is the old spring I had was broken (didn't know it at the time) on one end and it would get under the washer and put resistance on threading the barrel nut cap on. For the sound not being there that's a new one to me. On...
- Thu Jul 31, 2025 11:30 am
- Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
- Topic: Scope mount problem on model 8
- Replies: 5
- Views: 179
Re: Scope mount problem on model 8
I appreciate it he was a good man and a dear friend. I also have a 1913 model 8 in 30rem that’s been in my family since new. He was the one who found and reloaded some 30 rem brass for my family gun Keep an eye out for Grafs brass, a few years ago I found new brass for the .30 at a local gun shop a...
- Wed Jul 30, 2025 12:45 pm
- Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
- Topic: The Ultimate Model 8 Barrel Tool ***
- Replies: 16
- Views: 4089
Re: The Ultimate Model 8 Barrel Tool ***
Hey guys, gals, I officially received my issue of the magazine, 3rd quarter RSA Journal. The Ad looks really great in the issue. Couldn't be happier with it. I hope that it will reach out to many of the people that do no know about this site of Cams as well as the tool no being made.
- Wed Jul 30, 2025 12:43 pm
- Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
- Topic: Scope mount problem on model 8
- Replies: 5
- Views: 179
Re: Scope mount problem on model 8
Welcome to the forum! I have no doubt that Police81, Roger or one of the other member that are actively on here will be able to give you more information on this. It wonderful that you will be able to be the next caretaker of that cool piece of history. Sorry for your loss.
- Wed Jul 30, 2025 12:40 pm
- Forum: Wanted to buy
- Topic: 30 Remington sizing die
- Replies: 8
- Views: 196
Re: 30 Remington sizing die
That's actually really great to know! Thanks.MinnesotaDan wrote: ↑Thu Jul 24, 2025 9:10 am No worries guys. I talked with RCBS and they will refurbish my old die or replace it for me-at no charge!
Thanks for all of the helpful replies. I had no idea that RCBS had this unconditional guarantee, kind of like Leupold does.
Dan
- Tue Jul 22, 2025 3:07 pm
- Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
- Topic: The Ultimate Model 8 Barrel Tool ***
- Replies: 16
- Views: 4089
- Tue Jul 22, 2025 3:05 pm
- Forum: Pics of your 8/81's
- Topic: Remington 81 E - Expert Grade
- Replies: 14
- Views: 317
Re: Remington 81 E - Expert Grade
both of those rifles are just stunning pieces!! 

- Sun Jul 20, 2025 1:33 pm
- Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
- Topic: The Ultimate Model 8 Barrel Tool ***
- Replies: 16
- Views: 4089
Re: The Ultimate Model 8 Barrel Tool ***
New Studio image of the Master Kit that is available. Ad will be coming out tomorrow July 21 in the new issue of the RSA Journal. Thanks again Cam for the lead on this!
- Sun Jul 20, 2025 1:28 pm
- Forum: Wanted to buy
- Topic: 30 Remington sizing die
- Replies: 8
- Views: 196
Re: 30 Remington sizing die
Actually this one is better being a full size die
https://www.precisionreloading.com/cart ... RE&i=80392
https://www.precisionreloading.com/cart ... RE&i=80392
- Sun Jul 20, 2025 1:26 pm
- Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
- Topic: The Ultimate Model 8 Barrel Tool ***
- Replies: 16
- Views: 4089
- Sun Jul 20, 2025 1:25 pm
- Forum: Wanted to buy
- Topic: 30 Remington sizing die
- Replies: 8
- Views: 196
Re: 30 Remington sizing die
Not a total expert on this area yet but I do believe this is what you are looking for
https://www.midsouthshooterssupply.com/ ... d-etcpoint
https://www.midsouthshooterssupply.com/ ... d-etcpoint
- Tue Jun 17, 2025 10:49 am
- Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
- Topic: Found A Guy
- Replies: 3
- Views: 250
Re: Found A Guy
Update here. I ended up buying a new spring from the gunsmith on ebay. As suspected the original spring was cut or broken by 1.5" I can say the new springs are well made and have nice finished ends to them. Highly recommend replacing your worn out springs with these well made new ones. Also aga...
- Wed May 28, 2025 1:29 pm
- Forum: For Sale or Trade
- Topic: Ahlberg Collection **SALE**
- Replies: 2
- Views: 332
Re: Ahlberg Collection **SALE**
Thanks for sharing this! Sending this to my relative to see if one of these will do it for him.
- Thu May 22, 2025 4:53 pm
- Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
- Topic: Found A Guy
- Replies: 3
- Views: 250
- Thu May 22, 2025 3:22 pm
- Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
- Topic: Found A Guy
- Replies: 3
- Views: 250
Found A Guy
Hi Guys, Just talked with a guy on Ebay that makes new Recoil spring for the barrel assembly. He is also working on perfecting the bolt recoil spring too. He also can repair damaged bolt carriers where the extractor grooves have broken through. Name on Ebay is afsllc . Hope this can help someone dow...
- Sun Apr 27, 2025 1:44 pm
- Forum: Wanted to buy
- Topic: Model 8 in 35 Remington
- Replies: 9
- Views: 538
Re: Model 8 in 35 Remington
I would check the website in the next few weeks. I was impressed by the descriptions given on the guns from the last auction. Most auction houses descriptions are lackluster, not the case with Wards. I'd advise against trying to contact Rem8&81 through the forum considering he hasn't signed on ...
- Sun Apr 27, 2025 1:44 pm
- Forum: Wanted to buy
- Topic: Model 8 in 35 Remington
- Replies: 9
- Views: 538
- Sat Apr 26, 2025 2:03 pm
- Forum: Wanted to buy
- Topic: Model 8 in 35 Remington
- Replies: 9
- Views: 538
Re: Model 8 in 35 Remington
What is Corey’s handle on here?
- Sat Apr 26, 2025 2:00 pm
- Forum: Wanted to buy
- Topic: Model 8 in 35 Remington
- Replies: 9
- Views: 538
Re: Model 8 in 35 Remington
Perfect I will let him know about this!
- Sat Apr 26, 2025 2:00 pm
- Forum: Wanted to buy
- Topic: Model 8 in 35 Remington
- Replies: 9
- Views: 538
Re: Model 8 in 35 Remington
Thanks!!Hibby83 wrote: ↑Fri Apr 25, 2025 11:38 am Something like this? I have no affiliation with the seller, just sharing a link.
https://www.gunbroker.com/Item/1102084036
- Wed Apr 23, 2025 11:13 am
- Forum: Wanted to buy
- Topic: Model 8 in 35 Remington
- Replies: 9
- Views: 538
Model 8 in 35 Remington
Hi guys, I have a relative looking to buy a Model 8 in .35 Remington. He is looking for something in nice condition with possible minor scratches etc. Should be a numbers matching rifle, and pretty darn original. Let me know what you have to offer, thanks! 

- Wed Apr 23, 2025 11:09 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: On the cover of the Rolling Stone LOL !!!
- Replies: 4
- Views: 311
Re: On the cover of the Rolling Stone LOL !!!
This is fantastic!
- Sun Apr 06, 2025 9:06 am
- Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
- Topic: The Ultimate Model 8 Barrel Tool ***
- Replies: 16
- Views: 4089
Re: The Ultimate Model 8 Barrel Tool ***
I just used mine today to disassemble my 1924 Model 8. Some parts were frozen and took some convincing but, with a little Kroil and heat plus some perseverance the old girl came apart with NO damage to any parts. Well designed tool and a piece of art. I couldn't be happier! That is fantastic to hea...
- Sat Apr 05, 2025 4:26 pm
- Forum: The Great Model 81 'Woodsmaster'
- Topic: The COOLEST Police 81 Story! **
- Replies: 5
- Views: 4201
Re: The COOLEST Police 81 Story! **
Thanks for sharing this awesome Story!
- Sat Apr 05, 2025 1:34 pm
- Forum: Pics of your 8/81's
- Topic: First year model 8 serial # 245
- Replies: 23
- Views: 1030
Re: First year model 8 serial # 245
Nope I don't see the need to with that one!
- Sat Apr 05, 2025 10:49 am
- Forum: Pics of your 8/81's
- Topic: First year model 8 serial # 245
- Replies: 23
- Views: 1030
Re: First year model 8 serial # 245
Howdy John. No boredom here, i welcome any and all content Model 8 related. The auction pictures didn't do that one justice. You REALLY scored on a super early first year gun! I'm happy that you were able to secure it as the high bidder at auction and that it surpassed expectations. Now I NEED to f...
- Sat Apr 05, 2025 10:47 am
- Forum: Pics of your 8/81's
- Topic: First year model 8 serial # 245
- Replies: 23
- Views: 1030
Re: First year model 8 serial # 245
I did see that residue of varnish on sides of butt plate and figured possibly they varnished it with butt plate in place ??? Any thoughts or definitely an added coat. It certainly wasn’t sanded !! What does everyone think should do ?? Take butt plate off and clean off the varnish or just leave it ?...
- Fri Apr 04, 2025 5:37 pm
- Forum: Pics of your 8/81's
- Topic: First year model 8 serial # 245
- Replies: 23
- Views: 1030
Re: First year model 8 serial # 245
What a score there John wow! Jealous and happy for you is all I can say! What a beautiful example of a Model 8. I'm glad you have that Model 8 service tool to help take a peek inside :D Looks like maybe someone at some time recoated the finish dude to seeing a little varnish on top of the butt plate...
- Fri Apr 04, 2025 5:31 pm
- Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
- Topic: The Ultimate Model 8 Barrel Tool ***
- Replies: 16
- Views: 4089
Re: The Ultimate Model 8 Barrel Tool ***
Hi Guys Just updating here, The https://model-8-service-tool.square.site/ has been updated with new diagram rendering and other information. Take a look around when you get a chance. Thanks!
- Tue Mar 11, 2025 3:07 pm
- Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
- Topic: The Ultimate Model 8 Barrel Tool ***
- Replies: 16
- Views: 4089
Re: The Ultimate Model 8 Barrel Tool ***
Dang I backed out of the initial offering because of the US/kanada exchange rate but now my mouth is watering again :P Are you still willing to ship north of 49 TJ ? It would have to go USPS or I'd have to back off again Well of course we can do that. Do you need a quote on shipping? If so I sugges...
- Mon Mar 10, 2025 6:03 pm
- Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
- Topic: The Ultimate Model 8 Barrel Tool ***
- Replies: 16
- Views: 4089
Re: The Ultimate Model 8 Barrel Tool ***
81police, Thank you so much for this fantastic review. We are taking great pride in making these tools. They are not a 1 hour job either, these are up to 8 hours a piece for everything depending on what you order. Labor of love and passion for these are what keeps the oil burning. We want everyone t...
- Thu Mar 06, 2025 10:29 pm
- Forum: Q & A about the 8/81
- Topic: Original Finish
- Replies: 10
- Views: 14397
Re: Original Finish
As long as I am looking at this and thinking about it again here are more links I used a reference for refinishing stocks. I do remember I spent a lot of time researching and really thinking about what and how I wanted to do this without screwing it up. I did do it a little different than Larry Pott...
- Thu Mar 06, 2025 10:08 pm
- Forum: Wanted to buy
- Topic: Need parts for model 8
- Replies: 3
- Views: 5943
Re: Need parts for model 8
See if these two links have the parts you are looking for.
https://www.gunpartscorp.com/gun-manufa ... fles-rem/8
https://cfnparts.com/index.php?route=pr ... y&path=114
https://www.gunpartscorp.com/gun-manufa ... fles-rem/8
https://cfnparts.com/index.php?route=pr ... y&path=114
- Thu Mar 06, 2025 10:05 pm
- Forum: Q & A about the 8/81
- Topic: Original Finish
- Replies: 10
- Views: 14397
Re: Original Finish
What was the original finish on the 1936 Model 81 stocks? I just bought one in 35 Remington and the finish on the stocks is a mess. Dents, scratches and scrapes but the bluing is excellent. Have any of you refinished stocks for the Model 81? How did you do it? The stocks back then might have been d...
- Thu Mar 06, 2025 9:57 pm
- Forum: Q & A about the 8/81
- Topic: Original Finish
- Replies: 10
- Views: 14397
Re: Original Finish
Absolutely some of those will come out with steam and some elbow grease. Check out my website here of the pictures I took when I refinished my Model 8 a few years ago now. I followed the Larry Potterfield way of doing a sanded in finish and I could not be happier with the process. I was able to remo...
- Sat Mar 01, 2025 10:42 am
- Forum: The Great Model 81 'Woodsmaster'
- Topic: My model 81 barrel tool
- Replies: 36
- Views: 29094
Re: My model 81 barrel tool
P.S.: Unlike the FN 1900 barrel tool which is high end the "Ramirez Spanner Wrench" copy of the original Remington tool looks very basic and easy to make (in the age of CNC). Why is it so difficult to get 20-30 wrenches made? Can't remember if I got a hold of you now but the tools are up ...
- Wed Feb 26, 2025 1:19 pm
- Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
- Topic: Model 8 does not grab last snap cap
- Replies: 7
- Views: 5610
Re: Model 8 does not grab last snap cap
This also
- Wed Feb 26, 2025 1:16 pm
- Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
- Topic: Model 8 does not grab last snap cap
- Replies: 7
- Views: 5610
Re: Model 8 does not grab last snap cap
Check out this I found on the site!
- Tue Feb 18, 2025 10:33 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Missing posts
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2199
Re: Missing posts
Yep, when the forums went down I had Dreamhost restore them. I'm still talking to them about a month's worth of missing posts. I'm decent at writing articles, but I know nothing about website design, hosting, etc :( Hey at least there's no ads haha :lol: :lol: I think I see what you mean, I have tw...
- Sat Jan 11, 2025 5:11 pm
- Forum: Great Links
- Topic: Model 8 Apparel
- Replies: 0
- Views: 4753
Model 8 Apparel
Hi Everyone, I am starting to create a new store through the Printify store online. Will be based around all Model 8 Remington art, Apparel, Merch, etc. Prices are a little high on some of the apparel but other things are well priced. I like to create other art than automotive art that I usually do ...
- Sat Jan 11, 2025 4:51 pm
- Forum: Pics of your 8/81's
- Topic: A NIB 81 to stimulate the eyes!
- Replies: 5
- Views: 9997
- Sun Jan 05, 2025 4:44 pm
- Forum: The Great Model 8
- Topic: Remington mod 8 D-grade with round knob stock
- Replies: 14
- Views: 3585
Re: Remington mod 8 D-grade with round knob stock
Wonderful piece you have there!
- Thu Dec 26, 2024 2:02 pm
- Forum: ~FN 1900 Rifle~
- Topic: At last!
- Replies: 31
- Views: 44836
Re: At last!
All gussied up. Burnt the midnight oil finishing my thorough cleaning. 81Police- It certainly didn't give any trouble and upon full tear down, cleanup was relatively easy. Dan- Thank you, I definitely feel lucky to have come across this one! What an absolute score there!! Wonderful piece of history...
- Tue Dec 24, 2024 12:36 pm
- Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
- Topic: Model 8 Barrel Service Tool (FN Style)
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1518
Re: Model 8 Barrel Service Tool (FN Style)
I ordered a tool from TJ a week or so ago and finally got around to using it the other day. I have to say, this thing is absolutely top notch! You can definitely tell a lot of thought was put into the design and manufacturing of it. It works flawlessly! Favorite feature is the ability to remove the...
- Fri Nov 29, 2024 12:30 pm
- Forum: Welcome Wagon
- Topic: If you need me (forum administrator)
- Replies: 14
- Views: 24472
Re: posting, login problems
When I type out a post, or reply, After viewing it, the screen goes back to login? what is the problem When I type in a long message it will do this to me as well, before submitting, just right click, swipe, the entire message and copy it. That way when you see the login by chance you can just logi...
- Tue Nov 26, 2024 7:35 pm
- Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
- Topic: Model 8 Barrel Service Tool (FN Style)
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1518
Re: Model 8 Barrel Service Tool (FN Style)
Congrats on your work and tool, looks very well made. Will have to contemplate possible purchase. One thing curious about, were the original FN tools caliber geared as yours is or were they one size fit all. Have never read about them being caliber sensitive. I assume by looking at the various shaf...
- Tue Nov 26, 2024 10:04 am
- Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
- Topic: Model 8 Barrel Service Tool (FN Style)
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1518
Model 8 Barrel Service Tool (FN Style)
Hi everyone, I have a big announcement: After many years of thinking about making one of these tools and getting it into people's hands, I can now say I can provide these tools. :mrgreen: It's been a dream of mine now for 5 years to get this into reality. After many prototypes and trial and error, w...
- Mon Nov 25, 2024 11:13 pm
- Forum: The Great Model 8
- Topic: Remington spanner wrench Project ** pic heavy
- Replies: 36
- Views: 59196
Re: Remington spanner wrench Project ** pic heavy
HI guys, The website for the FN style tools is up and running!
Link is below
https://model-8-service-tool.square.site
Link is below
https://model-8-service-tool.square.site
- Mon Nov 25, 2024 11:10 pm
- Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
- Topic: New FN Style Barrel Tool
- Replies: 4
- Views: 4880
Re: New FN Style Barrel Tool
After many years of thought, multiple blueprints, multiple prototypes, and having the right people getting connected. The Model 8 Tools are ready for purchase! :D Take a look around and spread the word! Thanks to all who supported the idea and helped in the past with suggestions, measurements, and p...