Videos tagged with Smyth Busters

This video is a direct request to the YouTube audience from Caleb and Steve of Brownells, asking for viewer input on future video topics. They highlight that many existing videos, such as Smyth Busters, Quick Tips, Tech Tips, and Product Spotlights, are created based on viewer suggestions and frequently asked questions received by their tech line. They also promote their new website, where more content, including videos restricted on other platforms, can be found under the 'Trigger Times' tab. Viewers are encouraged to submit topic ideas through comments, email, phone, or even mail, with the caveat that suggestions must be firearm-related, relevant, and legal to be considered for a video.

This guide details the process of cleaning brass for reloading, drawing on the expertise of Brownells' Steven and Caleb. It covers when cleaning is necessary, different tumbling methods, the debate around decapping before cleaning, and the benefits of using tumblers to simplify the reloading process. The instruction emphasizes situational necessity over excessive cleaning.

This video from Brownells' Smyth Busters debunks the trend of mounting AR-15 front sights backwards. Experts Steve and Caleb demonstrate that reversing a sight, often done to save rail space for accessories like the Steiner DBAL-A2, is generally unnecessary and introduces significant hazards. These include snagging, burn risks from muzzle devices, and potential durability issues, ultimately concluding it's a myth that should be busted for practical firearm use.

This guide, presented by experts from Brownells, addresses the myth of easily fixing AR-15 headspace issues. While short headspace might be minimally adjustable on certain barrels with a reamer, long headspace requires complex gunsmithing. The video emphasizes that for most users, the cost and difficulty of these repairs make replacing the barrel a more practical solution.

This video from Brownells' Smyth Busters series, featuring Steve and Caleb at the 2022 NRA convention, tackles the crucial question of whether it's safe to store a home defense firearm loaded. They clarify 'loaded' to mean either a round in the chamber with a full magazine or a full magazine without a round in the chamber. The core of their advice centers on gun access, emphasizing that if children or unauthorized adults have access, a gun safe is essential. For those concerned about accessibility in emergencies, they recommend quick-access gun safes. Ultimately, the message is to ensure only authorized adults can access a loaded home defense firearm, highlighting the importance of responsible storage.

The Brownells Smyth Busters episode debunks the myth that the .40 S&W cartridge is obsolete. Modern advancements in 9mm ballistics have closed the performance gap, offering comparable effectiveness with advantages in lower recoil and faster target transitions. While .40 S&W still holds some appeal for specific platforms and was more available during shortages, 9mm is generally favored for its shootability.

This Brownells "Smyth Busters" episode, featuring Stephen and Caleb, debunks the myth that the 5.56mm/.223 Remington round was intentionally designed to wound rather than kill. The hosts cite historical military specifications, including helmet penetration requirements at 500 meters, and combat reports from Vietnam detailing bullet tumbling, as evidence against this claim. They explain the tactical consideration that wounding can tie up more enemy resources than killing. The expert instruction emphasizes understanding ammunition performance and historical context.

This guide, presented by Brownells' Smyth Busters, addresses the common myth about mixing gun oils. Experts Stephen and Caleb explain that while intentional mixing can sometimes be used for specific cleaning tasks (like thinning cosmoline), it's generally not recommended for regular firearm operation. Different oil bases can react, leading to gumming and malfunctions. The key takeaway is to thoroughly clean a firearm before applying a new type of gun oil to avoid potential issues.

This guide, presented by Brownells experts Steve and Caleb, addresses the ethical considerations of hunting deer with a .223 Remington or 5.56 NATO caliber rifle. It emphasizes that the ethicality hinges on using the correct ammunition, specifically modern expanding hunting bullets, and stresses the paramount importance of precise shot placement. The video debunks the myth that the .223 is inherently unsuitable for deer, provided a scoped rifle is used and legal hunting regulations are followed. Military ball ammunition like M855 is strongly advised against for ethical hunting due to its design.

This guide debunks the myth of the 'Flitz trigger job' based on expert analysis from Brownells' Smyth Busters. It explains that Flitz primarily cleans surfaces and doesn't perform a true trigger job on hardened parts. The guide advises against indiscriminate use of abrasive compounds and recommends proper trigger work focusing only on specific wear surfaces. It emphasizes Flitz is suitable for cosmetics, not functional trigger improvement.

This video debunks the myth that suppressors increase felt recoil. Steve and Caleb from Brownells explain that suppressors function similarly to muzzle brakes by redirecting gas, thus reducing recoil. They also note that the added mass of a suppressor can further decrease recoil. While acknowledging that suppressors can increase bolt thrust and velocity in gas-operated firearms, they assert that the muzzle recoil reduction still outweighs this effect, leading to an overall decrease in perceived recoil.

This guide, presented by firearms experts Caleb and Steve from Brownells' 'Smyth Busters' series, debunks the myth that suppressors reduce rifle accuracy. They emphasize that proper installation is key, with issues typically arising from improperly threaded barrels or incorrect mounting techniques. The guide details the importance of alignment gauges and shims for ensuring a secure, accurate fit, and highlights that modern suppressors, like the Area 419 Maverick, are designed for precision.