New for 2018: Brownells Retro M16A1

This video focuses on the M16A1 rifle, highlighting its historical significance and enduring appeal with the phrase 'OLD BUT GOLD'. While the description is minimal, the title clearly indicates a discussion or presentation of this iconic firearm.

This video provides an expert-level examination of reproduction XM-177 and GX-607 moderators by Liemohn Manufacturing. Ian McCollum details their historical purpose in Vietnam for reducing the excessive noise of short carbines, presents live-fire sound test data from 1968, and discusses the internal design and durability. The legal implications, including the 1975 ATF ruling classifying them as suppressors, are thoroughly covered, along with current pricing and NFA requirements.

This YouTube video reviews the Brownells BRN-4, presented as an HK 416 clone. The description highlights it as a "holy grail style rifle" alternative, offering much of the HK 416's functionality with some key differences. The video aims to provide a comprehensive look at this firearm, with a linked parts list for viewers. It emphasizes safe filming practices on a public range under professional supervision, adhering to all legal requirements.

This video features a "recce-inspired" AR build for Brownells, highlighting the process of selecting parts and assembling a rifle that "just hammers." The creator discusses part choices, performance, and accuracy, also touching on ammunition performance and necessary modifications. The build is presented as an ideal single AR platform for viewers, with a full parts list provided via a link. The video emphasizes ease of assembly and impressive results.

This video provides an unboxing and comprehensive overview of the Daniel Defense MK18 RIS III Upper, acquired from Brownells. The content delves into the build quality, unique features, and what distinguishes this upper receiver within the MK18 product line. It's recommended for viewers considering an SBR build or who are enthusiasts of Daniel Defense firearms. A spreadsheet link for an MK18 SBR build list is also provided.

This review of the Philippine-made Elisco M16A1 highlights its surprising accuracy, achieving sub-1-inch groups at 25 meters and effective hits out to 500 meters. The video details practical techniques like sight blacking and discusses the rifle's performance against the AK-47, favoring the M16A1 for marksmen prioritizing precision.

This video hilariously tests a heavily accessorized AR-15, dubbed the 'Zombie Carbine,' as a parody of excessive tactical gear. The build, based on a Smith & Wesson M&P15, weighs 23 pounds fully loaded with 270 rounds across nine magazines. It features multiple optics, lasers, lights, and is demonstrated with rapid fire, hip sniping, and Tannerite explosions.

This "ultimate AR-15 meltdown" test pushes a custom build to its limits, revealing key durability insights. The Faxon barrel ultimately burst after 830 rounds, but critical components like the Sharps SRC bolt carrier group and Geissele rail demonstrated impressive resilience under extreme stress and heat. The test highlights the AR-15 platform's robust design, even when subjected to conditions far exceeding typical operational use.

This video showcases an extreme full-auto durability test of a premium Definitive Arms VEPR AK, comparing it to a budget WASR-10. The VEPR AK demonstrated exceptional resilience, enduring 895 rounds before failure, significantly outperforming the WASR-10 and even a previously tested AR-15. The expert analysis highlights the AK platform's inherent durability and heat management characteristics, even under severe stress.

This video demonstrates the legendary durability of the AK platform by subjecting a Yugo M92 PAP to a 700-round continuous firing test. Despite extreme heat causing significant smoke and glowing metal, the firearm remained functional, showcasing Mikhail Kalashnikov's robust engineering. The test concludes with a cooling process and a tribute to the designer's legacy.