Videos tagged with Wheeler Engineering

This guide details the installation of an Olight OSight XR red dot optic and an Olight PL-X weapon light onto a Glock 45 Gen 5. It covers replacing factory iron sights with suppressor-height Ameriglo sights and properly torquing optic mounting screws using a Wheeler F.A.T. Wrench. The process emphasizes firearm safety and correct tool usage for a reliable setup, concluding with a holster fitment check.

This guide details the installation of the Viridian RFX1 Custom green dot reflex sight onto a Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0 pistol. Roger Barrera of QVO Tactical demonstrates the process, highlighting the custom dovetail mounting solution required due to the Bodyguard 2.0 not being factory optic-cut. The guide covers sight removal, plate installation, optic mounting, and proper torque specifications, emphasizing the use of specialized tools for a secure fit. The RFX1 Custom features a 3 MOA green dot, over 30,000 hours of battery life, and 'Instant-On' technology.

This YouTube video explores firearms that have significantly impacted the firearms industry. The content will delve into legendary military rifles and innovative designs that have set new benchmarks for accuracy, reliability, and design. It aims to explain what made these rifles stand out, their influence on both military and civilian markets, and their lasting legacy. The video also briefly mentions specific shooting accessories like Caldwell Lead Sled, Plano gun case, and Wheeler Engineering screwdriver set.

This video showcases a custom Glock-style pistol, humorously dubbed the 'Ruger Glock,' with significant upgrades. The review details the installation of TAG Precision sights and an aftermarket trigger using Wheeler Engineering tools. Live-fire testing demonstrates the pistol's performance with a Tier 1 Concealed holster and Streamlight TLR-1 HL, highlighting its accuracy and reliability during rapid fire.

This video from Brownells features Caleb showcasing the Magna-Tip Ratcheting Screwdriver. He highlights its key features, including a ratcheting mechanism, convenient bit storage within the handle, and compatibility with bits from other popular brands like Fix It Sticks and Wheeler Engineering. The tool is presented as a versatile solution for both range bags and dedicated workbench use, emphasizing its quality and design.

This video details a precise four-step method for mounting rifle scopes, emphasizing the elimination of cant for long-range accuracy. It highlights essential tools like the Wheeler Engineering Reticle Leveling System and Vibra-Tite VC-3, and critiques less reliable methods. The expert, Gary Melton, stresses the importance of proper torque and leveling throughout the process to ensure equipment reliability and shooter focus.

This guide details the precise process of drilling and tapping a Mauser rifle receiver for scope base installation. It highlights the critical use of specialized fixtures like the Wheeler Engineering Drill and Tap Fixture for accurate alignment. The video emphasizes proper techniques for drilling, including using drill bushings and cutting oil, and for tapping, stressing the importance of slow, controlled movements and backing off the tap to prevent breakage. Finishing with a light chamfer ensures a clean, ready surface for scope mounting.

This guide details the process of removing a bolt action rifle barrel, emphasizing safety and proper tool usage. Key steps include securing the barrel in a specialized vise with grip aids like powdered rosin and oak spacers, and using an action wrench with a brass shim to protect the receiver while unscrewing it. Proper leverage and technique are crucial for a successful and safe barrel removal.

This video focuses on the Wheeler Engineering "The Fat Wrench," a torque wrench designed for precise torque settings on firearm components such as mounts and rings. The description highlights its utility for gunsmithing and ensuring proper assembly. It also notes the RRP of $149 and its import by NIOA, providing a link to their website.

This video provides a professional guide to mounting rifle optics, emphasizing the importance of lapping scope rings for perfect alignment and stress reduction on the optic. It details the process of installing ring bases, checking alignment with specialized tools, and ensuring the scope is level relative to the rifle's bore. The tutorial concludes with proper torquing procedures, the use of Loctite, and effective boresighting and zeroing techniques for optimal accuracy.

This guide details the precise steps for mounting a rifle scope, emphasizing accuracy and longevity. Key steps include proper receiver preparation, using Loctite for base screws torqued to 30 inch-pounds, and ensuring ring alignment with lapping for 75% contact. The process concludes with leveling the reticle and torquing ring screws to 15 inch-pounds for secure, damage-free mounting.

This video demonstrates the essential gunsmithing technique of lapping scope rings to ensure proper scope mounting. It highlights how imperfections in ring interiors can damage scopes and affect accuracy. The process involves using a specialized kit to achieve optimal contact between the rings and scope tube, preventing damage and improving holding power.