Make Your FRT Reliable | Tactical Rifleman

This guide details the installation and testing of a Rare Breed FRT trigger into an AR-15 platform, specifically a Daniel Defense Mark 18. The video emphasizes the FRT's utility for controlled bursts in high-stress scenarios, particularly for 'SHTF' or urban defense situations. Expert instruction highlights the importance of managing gas systems with suppressors and the trigger's effectiveness in semi-automatic mode, even when not using the FRT function.

This guide details the installation of a Rare Breed FRT trigger into an AR-15 platform rifle, specifically mentioning its compatibility with Daniel Defense lowers. The process involves standard lower receiver disassembly, installing the drop-in FRT, securing it with anti-walk pins, and reassembly. The video also touches on other trigger/safety kits and magazine conversions, emphasizing proper installation and function checks.

This guide details the installation and testing of the AS Designs Super Safety kit (FRT) with the PSA JAKL platform. It covers crucial compatibility checks for bolt carriers and lower receivers, installation steps for the kit components, and essential testing procedures. The guide emphasizes using appropriate ammunition and suppressors for optimal performance and reliability, drawing on insights from an experienced firearms instructor.

This video provides an in-depth guide to understanding and optimizing Forced Reset Triggers (FRTs) for enhanced reliability and potential real-world application. It emphasizes the critical roles of gas system tuning, buffer weight selection, and component compatibility, moving beyond the 'range toy' perception. The instructor, with apparent expertise in firearm mechanics and modification, details how to troubleshoot common issues like bolt bounce and light strikes, and compares different FRT designs.

This guide details how to improve the reliability of a Bear Creek Arsenal Bolt Action AR upper. The process involves thorough cleaning, lubrication, and a crucial step of buffing the bolt lugs to ensure smooth operation. Removing the buffer and recoil spring is also recommended for this specific bolt-action configuration. The video also showcases the integration of a Discovery Optics ED-LHT 3-15x50 scope for enhanced precision shooting.

This guide details the installation and operation of the Rare Breed FRT-15L3, a 3-position forced reset trigger for AR-15 platforms. The video emphasizes its semi-automatic nature and legal standing, with a host demonstrating its rapid-fire capability. Key technical specifications include a 7075-T6 aluminum housing and 4130 steel internals, with a pull weight of 3.0-4.0 lbs in semi-auto mode. Recommendations for optimal performance include using an H3 buffer and a full-auto BCG, especially with shorter upper receivers.

Instruction from Karl Erickson of Tactical Rifleman demonstrates a critical close-quarters combat technique: using a tactical fixed blade knife to create space when an opponent attempts to grab a pistol. The video highlights the risks of close-range pistol draws and advocates for a knife transition to safely disengage and re-establish a firing platform. This technique emphasizes anatomical targets for creating distance rather than immediate lethal force.

This guide details a Navy SEAL's CQC room clearing technique, emphasizing 'economy of motion' and precise footwork. It highlights the critical 'long step' maneuver for maintaining balance and readiness when entering a corner-fed room, contrasting it with the dangerous 'short step.' The instruction, delivered by a subject matter expert, focuses on life-saving fundamentals for tactical proficiency.

This guide details an emergency ammo resupply technique using a standard USGI 6-Pocket Bandolier, as demonstrated by Karl Erickson from Tactical Rifleman. It explains how to utilize the bandolier's expandable pockets, designed for 5.56mm magazines, to rapidly pack ammunition for field resupply. The technique emphasizes efficient loading and compact storage for integration into tactical kits.

This video provides an expert-level ballistic gelatin test comparing 9mm and .45 ACP defensive ammunition. Instruction comes from Pete, a retired USSF member, who details the performance of Barnes TAC-XPD 9mm and Cor-Bon Pow'R Ball .45 ACP. The comparison focuses on penetration depth, wound cavitation, and feeding reliability, particularly for 1911 platforms.