Videos tagged with New Firearm Prep

This product spotlight introduces the Teslong Digital Borescope, a tool designed for inspecting firearm bores. It highlights the borescope's features, including interchangeable heads for various calibers, measurement markings on the rod for depth indication, and the ability to record video and take pictures. The demonstration shows its use in inspecting a new chrome-lined barrel, revealing shipping grease and the rifling, and also points out its utility for aligning gas blocks.

This video emphasizes the importance of preparing a new firearm before its first range trip. The speaker recounts a personal experience where a new pistol malfunctioned due to insufficient lubrication and an optic detached, hitting him in the head. He strongly advises users to clean and lubricate new firearms, and to properly mount and secure optics with Loctite to prevent similar issues.

This episode of The QA covers troubleshooting stiff AR-15 actions, the effectiveness of packing suppressors wet, proper firearm storage, preparing a new AR-15 for its first range trip, and legalities surrounding suppressor transport. The host, Dave Tim, offers practical advice based on his experience, emphasizing thorough inspection and proper maintenance for optimal firearm performance and safety.

This guide details the essential steps for preparing a new firearm and maintaining its cleanliness, drawing on decades of practical experience. It debunks common 'break-in' myths, emphasizing that modern production firearms from brands like Browning, Savage, and Ruger are typically accurate out-of-the-box. The focus is on proper initial cleaning, effective bore cleaning techniques using quality tools and solvents, and external preservation.