Brownells - Measuring for Front and Back Sights

This guide details the installation of Wilson Combat rear and front sights on the 2020 Colt Python and Anaconda revolvers. It covers necessary tools, safety precautions, and step-by-step instructions for removing the factory sights and installing the new ones, including specific advice on thread locker usage. The instruction comes from Guy Joubert of Wilson Combat, a recognized authority in custom firearm manufacturing.

This guide details the precise installation of Glock iron sights, emphasizing proper tool usage and alignment techniques. It covers the disassembly of the Glock slide, the application of thread locker for both front and rear sights, and methods for achieving precise alignment using digital calipers or visual inspection. The process ensures the sights are securely installed and correctly positioned for accurate shooting.

This episode discusses the declining availability of generalist gunsmiths capable of handling older or less common firearms. The hosts highlight the challenges gunsmiths face with pricing, customer expectations, and the shift towards specialization. They encourage aspiring gunsmiths to embrace a broad skill set, emphasizing the demand for versatile professionals who can work on a wide range of firearms, from vintage shotguns to modern semi-automatics.

This guide details the process of replacing factory iron sights on Glock pistols, specifically demonstrating the installation of TruGlo Tritium X night sights. Led by Lenny Magill, founder of GlockStore, the instructions emphasize safety protocols and the use of specialized tools like sight pushers and multi-tools for a professional installation. The video covers both front and rear sight removal and installation, including tips on securing screws with Loctite.

This guide outlines the easiest method for installing night sights on a Glock, emphasizing a professional installation at a local gun shop as the simplest approach. It also briefly touches on DIY methods using basic tools like punches and hammers, noting the potential need for a sight pusher and a specific front sight tool for Glock models. The video highlights that while DIY is possible, professional installation bypasses the need for specialized tools and effort.

This video provides a detailed, step-by-step guide on how to drill and fit a pinned front sight for a Smith & Wesson firearm. It emphasizes that the process is achievable without specialized equipment like a drill press or milling machine, making it an accessible DIY gunsmithing project. The tutorial aims to help viewers achieve a professional, factory-correct installation by identifying the correct drill bit size. It's presented as a straightforward and cost-effective modification for Smith & Wesson owners.

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.