Jack Rowe, Master Gunsmith Series, Trigger Pull. Part 3 of 3.

This guide details how to adjust an AR-15's adjustable trigger, focusing on reducing pre-travel and overtravel for a crisper break. It emphasizes safety checks and the use of a trigger pull gauge. The video, presented by an expert from AT3 Tactical, explains that adjustable triggers offer customization for accuracy and performance, particularly for competition shooters and range enthusiasts, but may not be ideal for home defense or casual use due to potential safety concerns if set too light.

This guide details the comparison and installation considerations for popular AR-15 triggers, including the LaRue MBT-2S, Geissele SSA-E, and TriggerTech Duty. It covers the functional differences between single-stage and two-stage triggers, as well as cassette versus traditional designs. The expert-driven content from Concrete Cowboy provides insights into pull weights, reset, and installation ease, aiding builders in selecting the best trigger for their AR-15 platform.

This video details a modification process to improve the factory trigger of a Springfield Hellcat pistol. The presenter found the stock trigger to have a heavy pull (6-7 lbs) negatively impacting accuracy and follow-up shots. The modification involves installing a Tyrant Hellcat series trigger and an M-Carbo spring kit, which resulted in a noticeable reduction in trigger pull weight to approximately 4 lbs.

This guide details the installation and testing of two AR-15 triggers: the Geissele Automatics SD-C and the AT3 Tactical Nickel Boron 2-Stage Trigger. The video demonstrates their mechanisms using a cutaway lower receiver and measures pull weights with a digital gauge. The Geissele SD-C registered 3 lbs 0.0 oz, while the AT3 Tactical measured 4 lbs 11.6 oz. This content is presented with high authority, utilizing specialized tools for objective comparison.

This guide details how to optimize a Glock's trigger mechanism while maintaining all original safeties. It focuses on refining mechanical timing through precise adjustments to the connector, trigger bar sear, and striker safety, rather than indiscriminate polishing. The process emphasizes step-by-step adjustments and rigorous safety testing to achieve a smoother, crisper trigger pull and improved reset.

This guide, informed by an experienced firearms instructor who has tested over 50 triggers, details the selection and installation of AR-15 triggers. It covers the distinctions between cassette and component styles, single-stage versus two-stage designs, and provides practical steps for installation and testing using a digital pull gauge. The instructor emphasizes understanding trigger geometry and reset physics for optimal performance.

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.