Videos tagged with Headspace Gauging

This guide outlines a cautious, expert-level protocol for testing a firearm after it has experienced a significant internal failure, as demonstrated by Regular Guy Training LLC. It emphasizes safety through staged firing and confirms the importance of headspace gauging for continued reliability. The approach highlights the resilience of well-built firearms under extreme stress.

This video provides an expert-level guide to building a custom 6.5 PRC rifle, featuring a Defiance Ruckus action and Proof Research barrel. The host, demonstrating high authority, walks through the DIY assembly process, including barrel installation, headspace gauging, and component selection, culminating in range testing. The build highlights premium components like the MDT HNT26 chassis, TriggerTech Diamond trigger, and Vortex Razor Gen II scope, offering valuable insights for advanced builders.

This video provides an in-depth inspection and performance evaluation of the LMT 14.5" piston-driven barrel. The reviewer details manufacturing variations across three samples, including extractor reinforcement and feed ramp cuts. Extensive gauging and borescope inspections reveal issues like chrome flaking and throat abrasion in some units. Shooting results with various ammunition types demonstrate accuracy potential, with one barrel performing respectably while others showed defects.

This video details a comprehensive test of two HK MR556 A4 uppers, including a warranty claim due to an out-of-spec OTB pin. The review covers detailed inspections, accuracy testing with various ammunition types, and a comparison of performance metrics like velocity and group size. The presenter, Preston Moore, provides insights into HK's customer service and the technical aspects of the rifle's performance.

This comprehensive guide details the expert-level inspection and testing of a Colt SOCOM AR-15 barrel, as demonstrated by Preston Moore. It covers detailed physical inspections using precision tools like micrometers and borescopes, followed by rigorous range testing with a structured 30-shot methodology. The analysis includes group sizes, velocities, and comparisons between different ammunition types, offering valuable insights for AR-15 owners and enthusiasts.

This comprehensive guide details an in-depth autopsy of an AR-15 upper receiver and a SOLGW Scalper Bolt Carrier Group (BCG) to diagnose potential corrosion issues. The process involves detailed visual inspection, borescoping the barrel, and extensive gauging of BCG components. Key findings include worn gas rings, minor pitting on the bolt face, and potential light corrosion in the barrel's rifling, likely stemming from ammunition or environmental factors. The guide emphasizes thorough cleaning and inspection to ensure firearm reliability and longevity.

This video provides an in-depth physical inspection and testing of five Knight's Armament Company (KAC) bolt carrier groups (BCGs) and one Lewis Machine & Tool (LMT) Enhanced Bolt. The instructor meticulously gauges various dimensions, checks for wear, and assesses the internal finishes of the carriers. The process includes replacing carrier keys and screws, performing torque tests, and highlighting the unique features of the LMT Enhanced Bolt, offering valuable insights for AR-15 owners and gunsmiths.