AR Magazine Catch Troubles & Fixes

This guide details the process of lapping an AR-15 receiver to ensure proper barrel alignment for improved long-range accuracy. Instructor Stephen Caleb from Brownells explains that receiver faces can be slightly out of alignment, leading to barrel runout. The process involves using a specialized lapping fixture and aluminum oxide lapping compound with a drill to create a perfectly flat receiver face. This ensures the barrel seats flush and square, critical for precision shooting beyond 500 yards.

This expert guide from the School of the American Rifle details how to identify and address rough carrier key bores in AR-15 bolt carrier groups. The instructor, demonstrating expert knowledge, explains how these manufacturing defects, particularly on Colt components, can lead to premature wear on the gas tube and reduced reliability. Solutions involve replacing the defective carrier key to ensure smooth operation and longevity of the firearm.

This guide details the installation of an aftermarket AR-15 trigger, specifically a Timney Triggers product, into a clear lower receiver. The process involves unboxing, component inspection, mounting the trigger assembly with pins, and performing a function check. The demonstrative tone and clear handling of components suggest an experienced instructor guiding the viewer through a common firearm modification.

This guide details how to adjust an AR-15's adjustable trigger, focusing on reducing pre-travel and overtravel for a crisper break. It emphasizes safety checks and the use of a trigger pull gauge. The video, presented by an expert from AT3 Tactical, explains that adjustable triggers offer customization for accuracy and performance, particularly for competition shooters and range enthusiasts, but may not be ideal for home defense or casual use due to potential safety concerns if set too light.

This guide details the installation of the LaRue MBT-2S trigger for AR-platform rifles, based on insights from Concrete Cowboy. The video highlights the trigger's origin story, its 4-4.5 pound pull weight with a solid wall and clean break, and the speaker's positive long-term experience. It emphasizes the value proposition of a premium feel at a reduced cost.

This guide details the comparison and installation considerations for popular AR-15 triggers, including the LaRue MBT-2S, Geissele SSA-E, and TriggerTech Duty. It covers the functional differences between single-stage and two-stage triggers, as well as cassette versus traditional designs. The expert-driven content from Concrete Cowboy provides insights into pull weights, reset, and installation ease, aiding builders in selecting the best trigger for their AR-15 platform.

This guide details the process of diagnosing and repairing an owner-induced feeding problem in an AR-15 upper receiver, specifically addressing a burr on the barrel extension's feed ramp. Expert gunsmith Chad Albrecht demonstrates meticulous inspection, burr removal, and polishing techniques to restore reliable feeding. The video emphasizes that such modifications, while often overlooked, are valid solutions for specific AR-15 malfunctions.

This guide details a diagnostic technique for AR-15 bolt carrier groups, focusing on efficiency rather than simple pass/fail. Developed by Chad Albrecht of School of the American Rifle, it uses custom gauges and cutaway components to illustrate gas dynamics, critical seals, and potential failure points like gas leaks. This advanced method helps troubleshoot functionality issues and understand the nuances of the AR-15's internal gas system.

This video provides a critical, expert-level inspection of a problematic AR-15 Bolt Carrier Group (BCG) by Chad Albrecht of School of the American Rifle. The analysis details numerous manufacturing defects, including an undersized bolt tail, excessive firing pin protrusion, oversized firing pin and cam pin holes, and a failing headspace check. The content highlights the importance of precision gauging in identifying critical failure points that impact rifle reliability and safety.

This guide details a specialized technique for swapping an AR-15 rear takedown pin without requiring a full disassembly. It leverages insights from Chad Albrecht of School of the American Rifle, emphasizing the use of a modified 1/16 inch Allen wrench or a specialized tool to manage the detent. This method is particularly useful for AR-15 variants with collapsible stocks, offering a more efficient approach to maintenance.