Brownells - Brownells Service Kit for Remington 870, 1100 & 11-87

This video details the final reassembly steps for a Remington 870 shotgun. It covers installing the fore-end and bolt by carefully manipulating the shell stops, correctly seating the trigger group with its retaining pins, and finally attaching the barrel and magazine cap. A crucial function test without ammunition is recommended to ensure proper lock-up before concluding with a final wipe-down.

This video details the proper lubrication for a Remington 870 shotgun, emphasizing minimal application due to its generous tolerances. It covers applying a single drop of oil to the trigger group's moving parts and a small amount to the action bars, ensuring even coverage without excess to prevent fouling buildup. The guide highlights the importance of a light coating for optimal performance.

This video from Brownells focuses on a specific firearm modification, demonstrating the installation and functionality of the Timney adjustable trigger for Remington 870, 1100, and 11-87 shotguns. It highlights how to improve the trigger performance on these popular shotgun models. The video aims to provide practical guidance for shotgun owners looking to upgrade their firearms.

This guide, informed by an expert with deep technical knowledge of firearms manufacturing, details how to enhance the reliability of a Remington 870 shotgun. It focuses on addressing common issues found in post-2007 models, such as rough chambers and inferior internal parts. By following these steps, owners can transform a potentially problematic firearm into a dependable tool.

This guide provides a 10-minute process for cleaning and lubricating a Remington 870 shotgun. It emphasizes safety checks, proper field stripping, component cleaning, bore maintenance with a 12-gauge brush and patches, and correct lubrication points. Reassembly and a function check ensure the firearm is ready for use.

This video details the updated gas piston and seal design for Remington 1100 and 1187 shotguns. It contrasts the older two-piece steel ring system with the new integrated two-piece design that snaps together. The correct installation order, with the piston assembly's flat side bearing against the action arm first, followed by the barrel seal O-ring, is demonstrated. The new system is backward compatible and functions identically to the old one.

This video details the installation of a Geissele MK8 Super Modular Rail on an AR-15. Key steps include using a Geissele Reaction Rod for upper receiver stability, proper torquing of the proprietary barrel nut, and secure installation of the gas block and tube. The rail is then slid on and secured with two cross-bolts using a T-handle hex wrench. Final steps involve muzzle device installation and a thorough inspection.

Proper ammunition storage is crucial for maintaining reliability and safety. Avoid storing ammo in cardboard boxes in damp environments, as this leads to moisture absorption and corrosion. Utilize airtight containers like ammo cans and control humidity with desiccants like silica gel packs. Heat accelerates gunpowder and primer degradation, so store ammo at stable room temperatures. Reloading primers are particularly vulnerable to moisture and require strict airtight storage.

This video demonstrates how to upgrade an AR-15's A2 furniture to Magpul components. It details the removal of the A2 grip using a Bondhus hex set and the installation of a Magpul MIAD grip with interchangeable backstraps for improved ergonomics. The process also covers preparing and installing the Magpul PRS stock, highlighting its adjustable features for cheek weld and length of pull.

This video explores the custom Remington 11-87 shotgun used as a prop in 'No Country for Old Men.' The film required a semi-automatic shotgun with a suppressor, a combination not readily available at the time. Prop master Larry Zanoff details how a non-functional, 'homemade' looking suppressor was custom-built for the 11-87, with the iconic silenced sound effect achieved entirely in post-production.