Brownells BRN-22 Takedown Build

This video details a comprehensive makeover of a Ruger 10/22, specifically model 320224, focusing on upgrading the stock and trigger. The host, Gavin Gear from Ultimate Reloader, installs a WOOX Exactus stock made of American walnut with an aluminum center section and MLOK forend, and a Kid Industries drop-in trigger that reduces pull weight to 1.5 lbs. The process involves removing the original Hogue stock and BX trigger, then installing the new components. The upgraded rifle demonstrates exceptional accuracy, achieving a 0.211-inch five-shot group at 50 yards with a suppressor.

This video details the installation of the Mars FRT (Force Reset Trigger) into a Ruger 10/22. The presenter, 22 Plinkster, explains that the FRT is not a full-auto sear but a mechanism that resets the trigger as the bolt cycles forward, allowing for a high rate of fire. The installation involves using the factory trigger pack housing and is described as a relatively simple process taking about 10 minutes, with no permanent alterations to the firearm.

This video demonstrates the installation and initial testing of the Mars FRT trigger for the Ruger 10/22 platform. The presenter highlights the ease of installation and the performance improvements observed, particularly with a Ruger BX-25 magazine and CCI Mini-Mags. The video also touches on how ammunition velocity can affect the cyclic rate of the FRT trigger.

This expert guide, drawing on the insights of a seasoned firearms instructor, details how to significantly improve the Ruger 10/22's accuracy and reliability. It covers crucial modifications like barrel free-floating, precise takedown screw torquing, and magazine maintenance. The guide also provides detailed advice on selecting ammunition, upgrading the trigger, and optimizing performance when using a suppressor, transforming the 10/22 from a 'backyard legend' into a highly capable rifle.

This guide details the updated cleaning and bolt release features on the new Ruger 10/22, as presented by Sootch00 at Shot Show 2026. Key improvements include a receiver cleaning port for easier maintenance and a slingshot bolt release for more intuitive operation. The video highlights how these factory enhancements simplify common user tasks.

This expert-level guide details the step-by-step disassembly of the Ruger 10/22 rifle, as demonstrated by a Ruger firearms instructor. It emphasizes crucial safety precautions, lists the necessary tools (a 5/32 Allen key and a small punch), and walks through removing the action screw, separating the stock, and disassembling the receiver components. This procedure is essential for proper cleaning and maintenance of the popular .22 LR rifle.

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.