This guide details the assembly of a lightweight Howa rifle build, focusing on bedding the action into a carbon fiber stock, mounting a Vortex Strike Eagle optic with Vortex Pro rings, and ensuring proper torque specifications for all components. The process emphasizes precision and stability for a capable, entry-level precision rifle.
This guide details the assembly of a custom 300 PRC barreled action, focusing on precision machining and component integration. It covers chambering, headspacing, barrel length selection, muzzle threading, and final assembly with a Defiance Anti-X action and TriggerTech Primary trigger. The process emphasizes meticulous measurement and adherence to tolerances for optimal performance.
This video reviews the new Red Star Ordnance BSR 47, an imported Bulgarian AKM pattern rifle chambered in 7.62x39mm. It highlights the rifle's 1mm stamped receiver, machined trunions, and available furniture options, including Magpul and wood. The review also touches on customization possibilities and the lack of an integrated optic rail, suggesting aftermarket solutions.
This video reviews Bergara's Premier Series barreled actions, highlighting their availability as standalone components for custom rifle builds. The presenter discusses pairing these actions with MDT chassis systems (Hunt 26 and ACC Elite) for both competition and hunting builds, featuring calibers like 6mm Creedmoor and 7 PRC. The actions are praised for their slickness and near-custom feel, while the MDT chassis systems are noted for their lightweight construction and modularity. The video also touches on specific component choices like muzzle brakes, optics, and triggers, emphasizing the flexibility for builders to select their preferred parts.
This guide details how to leverage Bergara's Premier Series standalone actions and barreled actions for custom rifle builds. It emphasizes selecting the correct barrel contour, caliber, and length based on intended use, from lightweight mountain hunting to entry-level competition. The shift towards modularity in hunting rifles is highlighted, allowing for easier upgrades and customization compared to traditional factory offerings.
This video provides insights into the DIY firearm building and modification process, emphasizing that many tasks can be accomplished at home with basic tools. It highlights the importance of dispelling myths and empowering individuals to take on projects like building an AR-15 or a Polymer 80 frame. The discussion touches on the evolution of content creation at Brownells, moving from scripted to conversational formats to better serve the home builder and enthusiast.
This video from Brownells Gun Tech™ compares and contrasts rifle chassis systems with traditional wooden stocks. Expert Caleb Savant explains how chassis systems offer superior precision and stability by maintaining a consistent relationship with the barreled action, unaffected by environmental factors like humidity. He highlights the ease of installation compared to the time-consuming bedding required for wood stocks. The video also emphasizes the customization advantages of chassis systems, including compatibility with AR-15 components, allowing for easy changes to grips, buttstocks, and the addition of M-LOK® accessories like bipods. While acknowledging some polymer/fiberglass stocks with bedding blocks offer similar benefits, they lack the external configurability of a full chassis.
This guide details the installation of a SAGE EBR chassis onto an M1A/M14/M305 rifle, followed by a comprehensive field strip and lubrication procedure for the M1A/M14/M305 platform. It covers removing and reinstalling key components like the trigger group, recoil assembly, operating rod, and bolt, emphasizing proper lubrication points for smooth operation. The video also highlights a common installation pitfall of overtightening the chassis screw, which can impede the operating rod.
This video showcases new products from several prominent firearm manufacturers. It highlights the Masterpiece Arms chassis system for the Remington 700, ideal for PRS and long-range shooting, featuring extensive buttstock adjustments and accessory mounting options. The Howa 1500 Barreled Action in .300 AAC Blackout is presented with its 16-inch hammer-forged, threaded barrel. CMC Triggers' drop-in module for pistol-caliber AR-15s, promising reliable function and a 3.5 lb pull, is also featured. Finally, the Ed Brown Drop-In Match 1911 Barrel with its visually appealing spiral fluting is shown.
This video focuses on Howa barreled actions, highlighting their guaranteed sub-MOA performance and lifetime warranty. It details key features of the Howa 1500 barreled action, including its two-stage trigger, three-position safety, bolt throw, M16-style extractor, two-lug bolt design, and flat bottom receiver with an integral recoil lug. The content suggests Howa barreled actions are a strong consideration for building a versatile rifle and provides a link for further information. The video aims to inform potential rifle builders about the quality and specifications of Howa components.
This video features Paul Levy, Brownells Product Manager, showcasing new firearm-related products released during the week of May 4, 2017. Key items highlighted include a Howa 1500 barreled action in 6.5 Creedmoor, a 1911 .45 ACP match-grade parts kit, and an 8-inch round steel rifle target system. The video provides brief overviews of these products, with a link for viewers to learn more on the Brownells website.
This guide details the essential process of disassembling a rifle's trigger assembly for thorough cleaning. It emphasizes flushing debris with solvent, drying with compressed air, and meticulous reassembly with proper torque specifications for the action screws to ensure optimal function and prevent malfunctions. The video highlights the importance of maintaining clean, fine tolerances in high-end trigger mechanisms.
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