How to Clean an AR Rifle | Tactical Rifleman

This guide details a comprehensive cleaning and maintenance procedure for an AR-15 style rifle, demonstrated by Clint Morgan. It covers disassembly, thorough cleaning of all components including the bolt carrier group, upper and lower receivers, and barrel, using specialized tools from Otis Technology and common cleaning agents like CLP. The process emphasizes removing carbon buildup and debris, followed by proper lubrication to ensure reliable function and longevity of the firearm. The guide concludes with reassembly and a function check.

Hickok45 demonstrates his comprehensive firearm cleaning process, emphasizing a methodical approach to maintain various firearms. He highlights the importance of thorough cleaning for reliability and longevity, using a variety of tools and techniques. The video showcases his personal methods for pistols, revolvers, and rifles, stressing that his approach works for him after decades of experience.

This video provides a detailed guide on proper firearm lubrication, focusing on the AR-15 platform. It emphasizes the importance of avoiding both dry firearms and over-lubrication, explaining the potential issues with each. The instructors detail specific points of lubrication on the AR-15's bolt carrier group, lower receiver, and buffer system, offering practical advice for optimal performance and longevity.

This video provides a detailed guide on cleaning an AR-15's upper receiver using the Otis AR Cleaning Pack. It highlights specific tools like the Bone Tool for bolt carrier cleaning, the Star Chamber Scraper, and the Rip Cord for bore cleaning, emphasizing efficient carbon removal for direct impingement systems.

This guide details the process of cleaning a heavily soiled Cobalt Kinetics Pro Series AR-15 rifle. It emphasizes using Radco CLP to break down stubborn carbon buildup on the bolt carrier group, bolt, and upper receiver. The instructor highlights the importance of inspecting critical components like the bolt, cam pin, and firing pin for cracks or damage, and demonstrates a simplified cleaning method using common household items alongside specialized CLP.

This guide provides a step-by-step process for cleaning and maintaining an AR-15 rifle. It covers the disassembly of the bolt carrier group, cleaning of individual components like the bolt, firing pin, and cam pin, and reassembly. Emphasis is placed on inspecting parts for wear and proper lubrication of key areas to ensure smooth operation and reliability. A function test is included to confirm proper reassembly and safety engagement.

Instruction from Karl Erickson of Tactical Rifleman demonstrates a critical close-quarters combat technique: using a tactical fixed blade knife to create space when an opponent attempts to grab a pistol. The video highlights the risks of close-range pistol draws and advocates for a knife transition to safely disengage and re-establish a firing platform. This technique emphasizes anatomical targets for creating distance rather than immediate lethal force.

This guide details a Navy SEAL's CQC room clearing technique, emphasizing 'economy of motion' and precise footwork. It highlights the critical 'long step' maneuver for maintaining balance and readiness when entering a corner-fed room, contrasting it with the dangerous 'short step.' The instruction, delivered by a subject matter expert, focuses on life-saving fundamentals for tactical proficiency.

This guide details an emergency ammo resupply technique using a standard USGI 6-Pocket Bandolier, as demonstrated by Karl Erickson from Tactical Rifleman. It explains how to utilize the bandolier's expandable pockets, designed for 5.56mm magazines, to rapidly pack ammunition for field resupply. The technique emphasizes efficient loading and compact storage for integration into tactical kits.

This video provides an expert-level ballistic gelatin test comparing 9mm and .45 ACP defensive ammunition. Instruction comes from Pete, a retired USSF member, who details the performance of Barnes TAC-XPD 9mm and Cor-Bon Pow'R Ball .45 ACP. The comparison focuses on penetration depth, wound cavitation, and feeding reliability, particularly for 1911 platforms.