New Products Week in Review 4-1-16

Caleb from Brownells provides a detailed installation guide for the Geissele Mk18 handguard on an AR-15 platform. The video covers the necessary tools, preparation steps, barrel nut torquing, gas system installation, and final handguard mounting. It emphasizes proper torque specifications and alignment for a rigid and precise build, highlighting the handguard's suitability for precision AR-15 builds.

This guide details how to install essential Magpul furniture upgrades on a basic AR-15 platform, focusing on sights, stock, handguard, and grip. The video emphasizes that these upgrades are straightforward and can be performed by the user without specialized tools. It also covers the installation of M-LOK accessories like vertical grips, providing tips for optimal placement and secure mounting.

This video features Marine X, a commentator with high authority in the 2A and tactical community, discussing the concept of a "truck gun." He contrasts the Armalite AR-10 in 7.62x51mm with the Daniel Defense DDM4 in .300 Blackout, highlighting the DDM4's advantages in compactness and maneuverability for this role. The discussion also touches on restrictive firearm laws in Australia and the importance of the Second Amendment in America.

This video provides a practical comparison of three AR-15 handguards: the premium Geissele Super Duty, the flagship Spear XL with suppressor tucking, and the budget-friendly 2A Basic featuring an interrupted top rail for comfort. The host, representing AT3 Tactical, offers expert insights into build quality, key features, and price points, guiding viewers toward an informed decision based on their specific needs and budget.

This guide covers the installation of the Recover Tactical S-PRO pistol stabilizer. It details how to mount various handguns, attach the retractable stabilizer, and utilize the accessory mounting options. The review highlights potential ergonomic issues and compatibility considerations, particularly with optics and suppressor-height sights.

This product spotlight from Brownells introduces their SP series of handguards, manufactured by Midwest Industries. These handguards are specifically designed to accommodate suppressors, offering increased rail space on compact AR-15 builds. The video highlights available lengths and the internal diameter suitable for most suppressors.

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.