Quick Tip: Parts Compatibility Between S&W M&P Pistol Models

This guide details the modification process for a Smith & Wesson M&P pistol, focusing on installing an Apex Tactical barrel and trigger kit, applying enhanced grip tape, and mounting a red dot sight. Expert insights from Ben Stoeger, a recognized world-class shooter and tactical trainer, are incorporated to address performance tuning and potential technical issues. The guide emphasizes accuracy improvements and consistent group sizes achievable with these aftermarket upgrades.

This video details the process of converting a Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 from 40 S&W to 9mm by swapping the barrel and potentially the extractor. It also covers the importance of using correct caliber magazines and discusses common accuracy issues with factory M&P barrels, highlighting the benefits of aftermarket Apex Tactical components. The speaker, Joel Park, shares insights gained from a visit to Apex Tactical's facility.

This video details the process of modifying a Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 pistol to enhance its shooting characteristics. The speaker, Ben Stoeger, discusses his personal journey of moving beyond the stock form, highlighting the installation of an Apex trigger and plans for an Apex barrel fitting. He suggests further modifications like changing recoil springs to optimize performance, noting that heavily modified M&P 2.0s can rival other high-performance striker-fired pistols.

This video details the experience of acquiring and modifying a Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 in .40 S&W. The presenter discusses replacing the factory hinged trigger with a non-hinged version, improving the trigger pull significantly. It also covers shooting techniques for managing recoil and achieving accuracy with the .40 caliber cartridge, emphasizing trigger control and avoiding 'pushing into the gun'.

This video details the installation of an Apex Tactical drop-in trigger kit, including lighter springs, into a Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 pistol. The presenter, Ben Stoeger, expresses initial hesitation but ultimately finds the upgrade significantly improves shootability, addressing issues with the stock trigger's feel and travel. The primary concern for future testing is the long-term durability of the lighter springs.

This video provides a detailed overview and installation guide for the Apex Polymer Flat Face Trigger for Smith & Wesson M&P series pistols. It highlights the significant improvements in tactile feel, reduced take-up and reset, and lighter pull weight compared to the factory trigger. The guide also breaks down the included components and explains how Apex achieves enhanced performance through design modifications to the disconnector and sear.

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.