Videos tagged with Trigger Testing

This guide details the installation and initial testing of the AS Designs ARC Fire V2 Forced Reset Trigger (FRT). It covers compatibility with various platforms including AR-15, HK MR series, B&T, and MP5 housings, and highlights the new selector angle options. The guide emphasizes proper safety procedures and function checks before live-fire testing, drawing on expert insights from early access reviews.

This guide details the assembly process for the Q LLC Boombox rifle, as demonstrated by Micah Mayfield and Q engineers. It covers component layout, assembly of critical parts like the bolt catch, installation of the proprietary Q-Sert system, and essential quality control steps like trigger testing. The video highlights Q's advanced manufacturing techniques, including robotic welding and Wire EDM, used to produce high-performance firearms.

This guide details how to use the Tipton Best Gun Vise, particularly with the Wheeler Mag Base add-on, for assembling an AR-15 lower receiver. The vise provides a stable platform, acting as an 'extra set of hands' for tasks like buffer tube installation and trigger testing, preventing common frustrations like losing small springs.

This video investigates potential inconsistencies in the Lyman digital trigger pull gauge. The presenter tests the gauge on a Ruger Precision Rimfire and an AR-15 with a Timney trigger, observing different readings based on pull speed. A test with a reference weight further suggests the gauge may provide varied results depending on how quickly force is applied, raising questions about its accuracy and the triggers' own consistency.

This video from Polenar Tactical demonstrates a drop safety test for the MIMTAC Performance Trigger. The speaker, exhibiting high authority and expertise, confirms the trigger is drop safe through hands-on physical testing, highlighting its short travel and reset while emphasizing the importance of a decisive pull. The test involves repeatedly dropping the trigger assembly onto a wooden surface to ensure it does not discharge accidentally.

This video offers a critical perspective on attending gun shows, presented by firearms instructor Hegshot87. He details frustrations including attendee carry restrictions, restrictive trigger locks, and uninviting vendor attitudes. The speaker argues that gun shows often fail to provide superior pricing compared to other retail channels and can be diluted by non-firearm items, though they may still offer value for historical items and model variety.

This video details a shootout comparing five different 55-grain Full Metal Jacket boattail bullets in .223 Remington, using CFE223 powder. The presenter, Johnny, discusses his experience with a new Lauro MBT two-stage trigger and addresses previous trigger issues. He presents detailed ballistic data, including velocities and group sizes at two different overall lengths, and analyzes the performance of each bullet, highlighting the Everglades and Lauro bullets as top performers in specific configurations.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Timney Triggers factory, detailing their manufacturing processes for AR-15 and Remington 700 triggers. It highlights the precision of Wire EDM machining, the role of automation with robotic arms, and the rigorous human testing each trigger undergoes before shipment. The tour emphasizes Timney's commitment to quality and accuracy, showcasing how advanced technology and skilled labor combine to produce high-performance firearm components.

This expert guide, featuring world-record shooter Jerry Miculek, details the internal differences between AR-15 and AK-style rifles. It covers bolt lug design, gas system operation (direct impingement vs. long-stroke piston), and a comparative analysis of trigger pulls, from stock configurations to competition-grade upgrades. The video highlights the AR's modularity and accuracy potential versus the AK's renowned reliability in adverse conditions.