Brownells - AR-15/M-16 Magazine Maintenance

Nick from Wilson Combat provides a detailed guide on disassembling, cleaning, and reassembling the Wilson ETM magazine. Key steps include using a punch to release the base pad, carefully removing the spring, cleaning the tube, lubricating the follower skirt to prevent binding, and reassembling the components in reverse order. The guide emphasizes careful handling of the magazine spring to avoid damage.

This guide details the basic maintenance and disassembly of Brownells AR-15/M-16 high-capacity rifle magazines. It covers inspecting internal components like the follower and spring, cleaning the magazine body, and proper reassembly. The video emphasizes using minimal lubricant to prevent dirt accumulation and ensure reliable feeding.

Lenny Magill, founder of GlockStore, provides expert guidance on Glock magazine maintenance. He emphasizes cleaning with warm water and a brush, stressing the critical importance of *not* oiling the magazine spring to prevent dust accumulation and ensure reliable function. This advice is crucial for maintaining the performance of various Glock models and aftermarket accessories.

Ron Phillips, Master Pistol Smith at Wilson Combat, provides a detailed guide on disassembling and maintaining the Wilson Combat ETM 9mm magazine. The process involves carefully removing the base plate and spring, identifying key components like the follower and spacing piece, and reassembling with attention to orientation and spring tension. He also offers advice on lubrication based on environmental conditions.

This video provides a quick tip from Steve Ostrem, focusing on the differences between two types of magazine springs used in Brownells AR-15/M16 30-round magazines. He explains which spring might be the right choice for viewers, referencing specific Brownells product codes for magazines with CS (Chrome Silicon) and SS (Stainless Steel) springs. The video aims to help users select the appropriate magazine spring for their AR-15/M16.

This guide, based on instruction from Lenny Magill of GlockStore, details the process of disassembling and cleaning Glock 9mm magazines. It emphasizes using the correct tools for easier disassembly and warns against using oil inside magazines, recommending water-based cleaning instead. Proper reassembly ensures reliable function.

This guide details the installation of a Geissele MK8 Super Modular Rail on an AR-15 platform. It covers securing the upper receiver, installing the barrel nut, gas system, and the rail itself, emphasizing the use of specialized tools and proper torque specifications. The process requires an intermediate skill level and careful attention to detail for a secure and functional build.

This guide, based on expert instruction from Brownells, details essential practices for proper ammunition storage. It emphasizes using airtight containers, managing humidity with desiccants, and maintaining stable temperatures to ensure ammunition reliability and safety. Proper storage is crucial for preventing corrosion and propellant degradation, especially for sensitive components like primers.

This guide details the process of upgrading an AR-15 from standard A2 furniture to Magpul components. It covers the removal of the A2 pistol grip and installation of the Magpul MIAD Grip and Magpul PRS Stock. The video demonstrates efficient assembly using specialized tools, highlighting the ergonomic benefits and adjustability of the Magpul parts. Instruction is provided by Brownells, a recognized industry authority.

This entry details the creation of a movie prop suppressor for a Remington 11-87 used in 'No Country for Old Men.' Prop master Larry Zanoff explains how the suppressor was designed to look homemade and was non-functional, with sound effects added in post-production. The process highlights the creative problem-solving involved in film armory.