This video provides a detailed field stripping guide for the Brownells BRN-180™ Gen2 upper receiver, led by product team leader Paul Levy. The demonstration covers the process of removing the upper from the lower, retaining the recoil assembly, and disassembling the charging handle and bolt carrier group. It also highlights the simplified handguard removal using an Allen wrench and details the disassembly of the gas piston system, including the front regulator, piston cup, piston, and spring. The video notes similarities and differences compared to the original Gen1 and the BRN-180S™ .300 Blackout model, emphasizing reassembly is in reverse order.
Paul Levy from Brownells provides an expert introduction to the BRN-180 Gen2 upper receivers, detailing significant improvements over the original line. Key updates include a robust, single-screw handguard attachment and a 2-position adjustable gas system across all models for enhanced reliability with various ammunition and suppressor use. A new .300 Blackout variant with side-access gas adjustment is also showcased.
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