How To: Grip Tape installation on a Handgun

This guide details a custom Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 build, focusing on modifications for enhanced performance. Key features include a multi-black camo Cerakote finish, a ported barrel with a unique four-port design for extreme recoil reduction, and a Black Steel gas pedal for improved control. The build also incorporates an Angel City Armory custom red dot sight and a Streamlight TLR-7X weapon light. Instruction from an expert highlights the technical aspects of these upgrades.

This video details the process of upgrading a Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 pistol with a new Apex Tactical gunsmith-fit barrel and a flat-faced forward set trigger kit. The upgrade allows for 9mm conversion from the original .40 S&W caliber and significantly improves trigger performance. The presenter, Joel Park, shares his experience with the installation and testing, highlighting the benefits of these modifications for enhanced shooting.

This guide details how to upgrade a Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 pistol for improved performance. Key modifications include installing an Apex Tactical trigger for a crisper break, a DPM Systems recoil reduction system for softer recoil, and a Holosun 407C optic with a Calculated Kinetics adapter plate to prevent carbon buildup. Additional upgrades like a SureFire X300 Ultra weapon light and Taran Tactical magazine extensions are also covered, along with advice on frame stippling and the importance of live fire practice.

This video details the installation of an Apex trigger for the Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 pistol. The presenter, Joel Park, discusses his initial impressions of the stock M&P 2.0 trigger as 'meh' and highlights the significant improvement offered by the Apex trigger, noting its clean break, short reset, and flat face. While the installation is described as complex with many small parts, the resulting trigger feel is highly praised.

This guide details the process of building a modern performance pistol, focusing on component selection and tuning for enhanced shooting dynamics. It covers installing optics, compensators, lights, and recoil management systems, drawing from expert insights on optimizing handgun performance. The video emphasizes that such builds require a deep understanding of firearm mechanics and a commitment to maintenance.

This guide details the installation of a Floyd's Custom Magwell and Magazine Extension for the Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0, as demonstrated by an experienced DIYer. The process involves a safety check, removal of OEM parts, application of Loctite for secure installation of the magazine extension, and finally, attaching and securing the magwell to the grip frame. Proper tools and adhesives are crucial for a successful and reliable upgrade.

Lucas Botkin, founder of T.Rex Arms, shares his expert insights on optimizing carbine builds based on extensive round counts. He details his philosophy on barrel length versus optic choice, preferring red dots for shorter barrels and magnification for longer ones. Botkin also discusses preferences for muzzle devices, foregrips, lights, lasers, and triggers, emphasizing reliability and simplicity for high-volume use.

This video details a critical incident during a firearms class where a custom-built pistol, featuring numerous aftermarket parts, experienced unintended discharges. The instructors meticulously troubleshoot the issue, identifying tolerance stacking and specific magazine fit as the likely culprits. They emphasize the importance of testing aftermarket components and the potential pitfalls of combining non-OEM parts.

This video discusses the practical considerations of Short Barreled Rifles (SBRs) with firearms instructor Nick Young. Key takeaways include the benefits of SBRs for suppressor use, the legal complexities involving ATF travel paperwork, and the potential reliability issues and increased violence in shorter-barreled platforms. The discussion also touches on the importance of proper buffer systems and the tendency for 'Franken-guns' to fail in training.

Hwansik Kim explains his 'No Friction Grip' technique, developed to maintain control in adverse conditions like sweaty hands or rain. The method emphasizes specific pressure points, particularly using the support hand's index finger on the trigger guard and the top knuckles of the support hand on the firing hand. This technique aims to minimize reliance on grip enhancers and provide consistent control through recoil by creating a stable platform without excessive friction.