Installing an AR15 Magazine Release w/a Banana

Published on November 17, 2017
Duration: 3:17

This guide demonstrates an unconventional method for installing an AR-15 magazine release button using a banana as a makeshift tool. The process involves carefully inserting the release, spring, and button, then using the banana to depress the button sufficiently to thread it into place. The video humorously critiques the need for specialized, expensive tools for this task, advocating for simple, readily available items.

Quick Summary

Installing an AR-15 magazine release can be done without specialized tools. A common household item like a banana can be used to depress the button, allowing you to compress the spring and thread the release smoothly, preventing damage to your receiver's finish.

Chapters

  1. 00:03Introduction to Specialized Tools
  2. 00:45Introducing the Banana as a Tool
  3. 01:11Magazine Release Installation Steps
  4. 02:01Using the Banana to Depress Button
  5. 02:39Successful Installation and Testing
  6. 02:52Conclusion and Tool Critique

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the easiest way to install an AR-15 magazine release?

While specialized tools exist, a simple and effective method involves using a firm, cylindrical object like a banana to depress the magazine release button. This allows you to compress the spring and thread the button more easily, preventing damage to your lower receiver.

Do I need a special tool to install an AR-15 magazine release?

No, you do not necessarily need a specialized tool. For individuals building a few firearms, common household items such as a banana can be used to depress the magazine release button, making installation manageable without expensive, single-purpose tools.

How do you prevent marring the finish when installing an AR-15 magazine release?

To prevent marring the finish, ensure the magazine release button is adequately depressed while threading it. Using a tool like a banana or a similar firm object to push the button in allows for controlled threading and avoids scraping the receiver.

What are the basic steps for installing an AR-15 magazine release?

First, insert the release from one side and hold it. Then, place the spring and the button. Apply slight pressure to the button to create tension, begin threading it, and use a tool to depress the button fully while you finish threading it until flush.

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