Practical Upgrades for Your Revolver

This video offers practical advice on selecting and fitting handgun grips, emphasizing their importance for shooting comfort and recoil management. Brownells Gun Tech Steve Ostrem and pro gunsmith Bobby Tyler of Tyler Gun Works discuss how grips are the primary interface with the firearm and how proper fit can prevent hand injuries. They also touch upon various grip materials like wood, rubber, polymer, stag, G10, and mammoth ivory, offering insights into their characteristics. The video highlights the critical areas for grip fit, particularly the top of the grip frame, to ensure durability and prevent damage from recoil. It suggests that changing grips is an accessible way to enhance the shooting experience without significant cost or effort.

This guide details the installation of Wilson Combat's new sights for the 2020 Colt Python and Anaconda models. The video highlights the common flaw in the original factory rear sight and presents Wilson Combat's rugged, fully adjustable alternatives. Options include square or U-notch rear sights and snag-free fiber optic or gold bead front sights, all designed to provide an improved sight picture.

This guide details the process of replacing the adjustable blade rear sight on a Smith & Wesson 329PD with a more durable D&L fixed rear sight. The instructor, TheYankeeMarshal, emphasizes the fragility of adjustable sights for concealed carry and demonstrates the straightforward installation process, highlighting the benefits of increased durability and an improved sight picture. The video also touches on front sight compatibility and a bonus tip for a S&W Model 28 gas swirl issue.

This video demonstrates the use of Birchwood Casey Touch-up Sight Pens for enhancing firearm sights. It highlights their effectiveness in adding bright, durable color, particularly beneficial for revolvers with blued or stainless steel sights. The description emphasizes their ease of application and superior longevity compared to alternatives like nail polish, making them a practical modification for improving sight visibility.

Jerry Miculek provides a straightforward guide on installing Miculek revolver grips, emphasizing proper frame identification (square vs. round butt) and ensuring the row pin is centered. The installation involves a test fit without the screw, followed by attaching the stirrup and securing the grip with the provided screw, advising against over-tightening.

This guide details a simple yet effective modification to improve the front sight visibility on a Henry H17 Big Boy Revolver. By applying fluorescent green paint to the front sight blade, shooters can significantly enhance their ability to acquire the sight picture quickly, especially in various lighting conditions. This practical tip comes from an experienced instructor, highlighting a common issue with rudimentary sights and offering a readily achievable solution.

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.