Firearm Maintenance: FN SCAR Disassembly – Part 1

This guide details how to address the common stock wobble issue on the FN SCAR 17 using simple DIY shimming techniques with electrical tape. It also covers applying witness marks to barrel assembly screws as a maintenance best practice to detect loosening. Instruction is provided by Lucas Botkin, a recognized industry figure with extensive experience evaluating firearms and gear.

This guide details the comprehensive cleaning and lubrication process for FN SCAR 16 and SCAR 17 rifles, applicable even after extensive use, including suppressed firing. It covers complete disassembly, specific cleaning techniques for the piston system and barrel, and proper lubrication points to ensure optimal function and longevity of the firearm. The instruction is presented as if for a new SCAR owner, emphasizing clarity and thoroughness.

This video showcases a high-end custom firearm build, focusing on the application of a custom green Cerakote finish and grip stippling on an FN SCAR platform. The process involves meticulous preparation, professional application of coatings, and the installation of premium accessories like an Aimpoint optic. The final reveal highlights the enthusiast's excitement for the unique, personalized firearm, demonstrating advanced customization techniques.

This guide details the cleaning process for the FN SCAR 17, highlighting its piston-driven system. The speaker emphasizes the ease of cleaning compared to AR-platform firearms due to less carbon buildup in the bolt carrier group. The process involves disassembling the bolt carrier group and gas piston, cleaning each component thoroughly, and reassembling them. The speaker notes the importance of keeping the piston tube dry.

This guide details the process of customizing high-end firearms, focusing on a Dan Wesson DWX and an FN SCAR 17 SBR build. It covers custom machining, Cerakote application, and assembly of specialized components like optics and suppressors. The content reflects advanced gunsmithing techniques suitable for experienced builders and collectors.

This video from PSR addresses YouTube's content policies regarding 3D printed firearms, detailing recent strikes and the channel's strategy to adapt by re-uploading edited content. It also teases upcoming reviews and modifications, showcasing a range of firearms from 3D printed Glocks to production models like the FN SCAR 17 and CZ Shadow 2 Orange. The host demonstrates high authority in the DIY and 3D printed firearms community, offering insights into content creation challenges and firearm technology.

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.