Videos tagged with Upper Receiver Assembly

Caleb from Brownells provides a detailed installation guide for the Geissele Mk18 handguard on an AR-15 platform. The video covers the necessary tools, preparation steps, barrel nut torquing, gas system installation, and final handguard mounting. It emphasizes proper torque specifications and alignment for a rigid and precise build, highlighting the handguard's suitability for precision AR-15 builds.

This video provides a detailed, piece-by-piece assembly guide for a Wilson Combat AR-15 style rifle, showcasing professional gunsmithing techniques. It covers the step-by-step process from trigger group installation to final accessory mounting, emphasizing precision and proper component placement. The high-authority presentation from the official Wilson Combat channel makes this an excellent resource for intermediate builders.

This guide details the assembly of a 300 Blackout pistol build kit from Palmetto State Armory. It covers identifying kit components, understanding the FDE Hex Rail's features, and the general process of completing a stripped lower receiver. The kit is presented as a straightforward project for builders, with a focus on the versatility of the 300 Blackout caliber, especially for suppressed applications.

This video provides a step-by-step guide to building an 8.6 Blackout AR-15 upper receiver. It details the installation of key components including the barrel, handguard, gas block, muzzle device, charging handle, and bolt carrier group. The presenter emphasizes proper torque specifications and alignment for critical parts, offering practical tips throughout the build process.

This video reviews KAK's new quad rail offerings, highlighting their construction from 6061 aluminum with steel barrel nuts and Grade 8 fasteners. The rails feature a slimmer profile than older designs, integrated anti-rotation tabs, and QD sling mount points. KAK also offers complete upper assemblies pre-installed with these quad rails, including suppressor-dedicated options.

This video provides an unboxing and initial overview of the Geissele Super Duty MOD1 complete upper receiver with an 11.5-inch barrel in 5.56 NATO. It details key specifications including the cold hammer-forged, chrome-lined barrel with a 1:7 twist rate and mid-length gas system, the MK16 handguard, and the reliability-enhanced bolt carrier group. The presenter discusses its potential as an everyday upper and its suitability for suppressed use, highlighting the balance it offers for various shooting applications.

This video details the process of building an AR-15 upper receiver, focusing on the critical steps of installing the forward assist, ejection port cover, and the barrel assembly. It emphasizes the importance of precise barrel installation using a thermal fit method and the correct torque specifications for the barrel nut, highlighting techniques for ensuring reliability and accuracy in a firearm build.

This video provides an expert-level guide to installing a Geissele Mk8 handguard onto a Griffin Armament Mk2 upper receiver. The process includes detailed disassembly, precise torque specifications for the barrel nut, and a professional pin and weld procedure for muzzle device compliance. The guide is presented with the technical proficiency of a professional gunsmith, covering essential steps for AR-15 platform modifications.

This guide details the installation of the BCM M13 Raider handguard, emphasizing the importance of proper barrel nut torque and the unique screw system for securing the handguard. The process involves greasing critical components, torquing the barrel nut multiple times to ensure thread marriage, and then carefully installing the handguard with its specialized screws and anti-rotation tab. The video highlights the handguard's rigidity and lightweight construction.

This video details the cause of a 'clocked barrel' in a PSA upper receiver, which is the barrel rotating within the upper receiver during barrel nut installation. The issue stems from improper fixtures not holding the upper and barrel securely, allowing the barrel index pin to peen over the receiver material. The instructor recommends using the correct tools, such as Midwest Industries rod, to prevent this common assembly error and ensure proper alignment.

This guide details the efficient assembly of an AR-15 upper receiver in under 60 seconds, as demonstrated by Vietac. It covers preparation, barrel and handguard installation, muzzle device timing, and BCG integration, utilizing specialized tools and professional techniques. The completed upper is then tested for function, both suppressed and unsuppressed, with a Vortex optic.

This guide provides an overview of installing a T.REX Bolt Carrier Kit, emphasizing the use of quality components like Criterion barrels, BCM bolts, and Badger Ordnance gas blocks. The T.REX branded K-SPEC bolt carrier from KAK Industry, featuring a unique sandcutter design, is highlighted. The presenter, with a high authority level, details the assembly process for an AR-15 upper receiver.