Inside Wilson Combat

This video provides a glimpse into the meticulous firearm manufacturing process at Wilson Combat. It highlights key stages including filing, machining, and assembly, emphasizing the commitment to quality that goes into every firearm. The visual evidence showcases specific models like the CQB Elite and NOM4A, underscoring the brand's dedication to producing high-quality firearms ready for shipment.

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 video details the critical layering process for manufacturing the Nexus composite stock. Zack Prater, manager for composites, emphasizes the importance of each layer in achieving a structurally sound and aesthetically pleasing final product. Proper alignment and pressure during layup prevent defects like bubbles and voids, ensuring the stock meets quality standards.

This guide details how to replace a standard front sight with a taller one to achieve proper alignment with a Colt Anaconda/Kodiak rail, enabling functional iron sights for co-witnessing with a red dot optic or for use without an optic. The process involves precise measurement and installation of a Harrison Designs front sight to match the height of the modified rail.

This video demonstrates the expert-level process of performing trigger work on a Wilson Combat SFX9. A gunsmith meticulously polishes and stones internal components like the sear and hammer, then precisely assembles the trigger group into the frame. The process includes installing external controls, mounting the slide, and performing critical function checks to ensure a perfect trigger pull and reset.

This video details the process of modifying a 2.5-inch matte blued Colt Python to make it more suitable for concealed carry. The presenter replaces the original wood grips with Altimont boot grips for a better hand-fill and swaps the red insert ramp front sight for a Wilson Combat red fiber optic sight for improved visibility. The modifications are presented as straightforward, especially the new barrel screw system for sight changes.

This guide details the dangers of 'thumbing the hammer down' on a loaded firearm, a technique strongly advised against by experts. It emphasizes that this action, which involves pulling the trigger while manually lowering the hammer, carries a high risk of accidental discharge if the thumb slips. The expert instruction highlights safer alternatives like engaging the manual safety for 'cocked and locked' carry or clearing the chamber entirely.

This guide details the advanced technique of hand stippling a 1911 firearm frame for enhanced grip, as demonstrated by a master gunsmith. It covers the precise application of texture using a punch and hammer, followed by meticulous filing to refine the edges. This process requires significant skill and attention to detail for a professional finish.

This guide details the proper technique for cycling the slide on a semi-automatic pistol, specifically the 1911, as explained by Ken Hackathorn. It emphasizes avoiding "gun abuse" by not slamming the slide on an empty chamber, which can cause premature wear. The explanation includes the mechanical reasons behind this, focusing on how the cartridge rim stabilizes the extractor and cushions the slide's action.

Massad Ayoob, a renowned firearms instructor and legal expert, details the critical post-Defensive Gun Use (DGU) protocol. He emphasizes that the most common mistake is failing to immediately call 911 after a DGU, even if no shots were fired. This action is crucial for establishing oneself as the victim complainant in the ensuing legal aftermath.