New Products Week in Review 9-29-16

Published on September 29, 2016
Duration: 3:09

This video reviews several new firearm products. Key items include a Brownells 458 SOCOM barrel kit for AR-15s, designed for big bore applications like hog hunting. It also features Brigen Arms' ultra-lightweight carbon fiber handguard for AR-15 builds and Nordic Components' MXT extension tubes for shotguns, now sold with a modular purchasing system. Finally, Harrison Design introduces a new extractor and jig for 1911 pistols to ensure proper breech face presentation and positive extraction.

Quick Summary

New firearm products reviewed include the Brownells 458 SOCOM barrel kit for AR-15s, ideal for big bore hunting. Brigen Arms offers an ultra-lightweight carbon fiber handguard for AR-15 builds. Nordic Components updates its MXT shotgun magazine extension tubes with a modular purchase system. Harrison Design introduces a new extractor and jig for 1911s to ensure proper breech face presentation and positive extraction.

Chapters

  1. 00:07Introduction & Brownells 458 SOCOM Barrel
  2. 00:59Brigen Arms Carbon Fiber Handguard
  3. 01:43Nordic Components MXT Extension Tubes
  4. 02:24Harrison Design 1911 Extractor & Jig

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Brownells 458 SOCOM barrel kit designed for?

The Brownells 458 SOCOM barrel kit is designed as a big bore option for AR-15 platforms. It's particularly suited for applications like hog hunting, offering increased power and projectile size compared to standard AR-15 calibers.

What makes the Brigen Arms handguard unique?

The Brigen Arms handguard is unique due to its ultra-lightweight construction using bonded carbon fiber wire. This design provides exceptional rigidity while significantly reducing the overall weight of an AR-15 build, making it ideal for those prioritizing a light firearm.

How has Nordic Components changed its MXT extension tube purchasing?

Nordic Components now sells MXT extension tubes as a modular system. Customers purchase the tube and spring as one unit, and then select a separate, shotgun-specific end cap (e.g., for Benelli or Remington) to complete the magazine extension assembly.

What is the purpose of the Harrison Design extractor fitting jig?

The Harrison Design extractor fitting jig is used to precisely machine the firing pin stop on a 1911 extractor. This ensures the extractor is correctly positioned on the breech face, preventing issues like being too far forward or rearward, which promotes reliable case extraction.

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