Smyth Busters: Storing an AR With the Bolt Locked Open

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 video from GFG outlines the top 10 dangerous mistakes concealed carriers make, emphasizing the critical need for comprehensive training, understanding laws, proper gear, and consistent safety practices. The instructor highlights common errors like insufficient training, neglecting legal knowledge, using inadequate holsters, failing to educate household members, and improper firearm handling. The content stresses the importance of situational awareness, trigger discipline, safety checks, and secure storage to prevent accidents and ensure responsible gun ownership.

This discussion from Regular Guy Training LLC delves into the practical applications and limitations of the 300 Blackout cartridge, particularly in civilian contexts. The panel of firearms instructors and enthusiasts argues that while 300 Blackout was designed for specific military roles, its civilian utility is questionable due to reliability issues, high cost, and a lack of distinct advantages over other calibers. They emphasize that a 'fighting rifle' must be reliable, accurate, and durable, qualities they find lacking in many 300 Blackout platforms when pushed to their limits. The conversation also explores the concept of a Personal Defense Weapon (PDW) and why 300 Blackout often falls short of meeting those requirements.

This video provides expert-level instruction on essential firearm safety rules to prevent tragic accidents. The speaker, demonstrating with both semi-automatic pistols and revolvers, covers the four fundamental rules: treat every firearm as loaded, keep the gun pointed in a safe direction, keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot, and know your target and what's beyond it. It also details responses to common malfunctions, safe storage practices, and proper ammunition selection, emphasizing the critical importance of formal training for all gun owners.

This video demonstrates a rapid fire and reload technique for an AR-style 12 gauge shotgun on an outdoor range. The speaker, exhibiting experienced firearm handling, showcases efficient magazine changes and proficient target engagement, even noting a minor fumble during a reload. The demonstration highlights the shotgun's performance with reactive targets.

This video emphasizes the critical importance of firearm safety, even in seemingly minor details such as transporting firearms to the range. It highlights the need for careful firearm case orientation to ensure a controlled and safe direction when opening and handling the weapon. The core message is about responsible gun ownership, urging viewers to avoid carelessness and maintain a high standard of safety.

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.