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This guide details the proper lubrication of a new Glock pistol to ensure smooth operation. It covers partial disassembly, application of lubricant to key contact points like slide rails and the barrel, and reassembly. Proper lubrication is emphasized for preventing wear and ensuring reliability, especially before the first range trip.

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.

Joel Park provides practical advice on firearm cleaning and lubrication frequency based on firearm type and usage. He emphasizes minimal maintenance for polymer frames, regular lubrication for steel frames to prevent wear, and increased attention for carbines, especially when suppressed, due to back pressure effects.

This guide details the essential steps for new AR-15 owners before their first range trip. It emphasizes thorough cleaning to remove factory oils and cosmoline, proper lubrication of key components, and a basic inspection to ensure functionality. Following these steps helps ensure reliability and longevity of the firearm.

This guide details how to effectively clean an AR-15 bolt carrier group using the Otis Elite Range Box. It covers the use of specialized tools like the Otis 'Bone Tool' for scraping carbon and the Otis Rip Cord for bore cleaning. The process emphasizes thorough lubrication and proper reassembly for optimal firearm function.

This guide provides 17 essential habits for maintaining military surplus rifles to ensure longevity and reliability, even beyond 10,000 rounds. It covers proper cosmoline removal, immediate cleaning after corrosive ammo, judicious lubrication, environmental storage controls (humidity and temperature), wood stock conditioning, and proactive part replacement. Following these disciplined maintenance practices, similar to those used by military armorers, is crucial for preserving these historic firearms.

This comprehensive review of the Mossberg 702 Plinkster, purchased for $99 from Walmart, details its features, performance, and value. The expert assessment highlights its practical accuracy for plinking and its surprisingly robust construction for the price point, manufactured by CBC in Brazil. It's presented as a reliable, budget-friendly option for recreational shooting.

This guide details the process of modifying a Hi-Point .45 pistol grip to accept an extended 20-round Redball Sports magazine and troubleshooting potential feeding issues. It covers grip modification, magazine loading, and feed lip adjustments for reliable performance, as demonstrated by an experienced firearm reviewer.

This guide details the analysis of a rifle used in a shooting incident involving Charlie Kirk. It covers identifying calibers by sound, assessing shot distances, comparing rifle models like the Mauser, Weatherby Vanguard, and Thompson Center, and understanding concepts like cold bore shots to evaluate shooter skill. The analysis highlights the .30-06 Springfield caliber and the characteristics of bolt-action rifles.

This video clarifies the confusion surrounding various 7.62mm cartridges, highlighting their distinct origins, applications, and ballistic differences. It details calibers from the 7.62x25 Tokarev pistol round to powerful rifle cartridges like the 7.62x51 NATO and 7.62x54R Russian, emphasizing that despite the shared '7.62' designation, bullet diameters and performance vary significantly. Key firearms like the AK-47, SKS, Mosin Nagant, and AR-10 are associated with their respective 7.62 rounds.