This video, "Product Spotlight: Brownells AR Lower Vise Block," showcases a new tool designed to enhance the building and maintenance of AR-pattern rifles. The vice block is highlighted for its universal fit for both AR-15 and AR-10/308 lower receivers, featuring pivoting tension wings for a stable grip. The presenters demonstrate its utility for tasks requiring a securely held receiver, such as torquing, buffer tube installation, and general maintenance. It's presented as an affordable upgrade for individuals who frequently work on multiple AR platforms, aiming to save time and reduce frustration during gunsmithing.
This video showcases Brownells' new line of AR-15 and BRN-4 armorers tools, designed to simplify firearm assembly and maintenance. The introduction covers essential tools like the upper receiver vice block, BRN-4 gas block and bayonet lug bench block, lower receiver magwell block, and a buffer tube alignment tool. These products aim to provide secure and stable support for various AR platform builds, with future videos promising detailed demonstrations of each tool's proper usage.
This video provides a detailed, step-by-step guide to installing the Sons of Liberty Gunworks (SOLGW) M89 Mk10 Heavy Handguard. Hosted by Caleb from Brownells, the tutorial covers the entire process, from unboxing and overview to final assembly. It highlights the handguard's features, including its availability in various lengths and with or without ARCA rail integration. The video also emphasizes compatibility with AR-308 platforms, specifically mentioning the Aero Precision upper, and demonstrates the use of essential tools such as the Brownells Vice and Fixit Sticks for a successful installation. Key steps like barrel nut installation, torqueing, and gas block and gas tube fitting are clearly explained.
This video documents the initial stages of building a Ukrainian-inspired AR-308 rifle. Steve and Caleb from Brownells discuss their choice of the .308 NATO caliber, highlighting its ammunition availability and historical relevance in conflicts. The build draws inspiration from Ukrainian sniper rifles currently in use. The video previews future segments including a custom paint job and range testing, emphasizing the practical applications of such rifles in real-world scenarios and paying tribute to those who rely on them for survival.
This video showcases new products from three firearm accessory manufacturers. Paul Levy introduces the Nine-Reloaded Magazine Speedloader for Glock 17/19, highlighting its speed and versatility with interchangeable adapters for various pistol magazines and a unique stripper clip loading method. Next, BLK LBL's AR-15 handguards with integrated, low-profile bipods are demonstrated, noting their sturdy design, smooth swivel, and ample internal space for accessories, with models also available for AR-308 and IWI Tavor platforms. Finally, the Timney Triggers Remington 700 Impact Trigger is presented as an economical, drop-in upgrade offering a clean, non-adjustable 2-4 lb. pull.
This video provides a technical guide on how to convert an AR-308 rifle from .308 Winchester to 6.5 Creedmoor. Brownells Gun Tech Caleb Savant explains the advantages of 6.5 Creedmoor for long-range shooting, highlighting its straightforward conversion process due to its parent case being .308 Winchester. The demonstration covers the necessary parts, tools, and step-by-step instructions for disassembling and reassembling the rifle, including barrel nut torque, gas block alignment, and headspace verification.
This video from Brownells Gun Tech showcases the B5 Systems Collapsible Precision Stock (CPS) for the AR-15 platform. The review highlights the stock's easily adjustable cheek rest and length-of-pull via tactile adjustment wheels. It's compatible with mil-spec and A5 receiver extensions and offers M4-like adjustability with a captive release mechanism. The stock also features QD sling sockets and M-LOK slots. Different cheek rest sizes (MEDIUM, SHORT, LONG) are available to accommodate various AR-15 configurations, including those with Law Tactical Folding Stock Adapters or longer buffer tubes. Available colors include Black, FDE, OD Green, Wolf Gray, and Multi-Cam.
This "Product Spotlight" video from Brownells Gun Tech™ features Caleb Savant interviewing Troy Storch of Midwest Industries (MI). The focus is on MI's innovative tools designed to solve common gunsmithing problems and consolidate the number of tools needed. Key products highlighted include the AR-15 Lower Receiver Block, which can be bench-mounted or used as a vise block, facilitating assembly, maintenance, and cleaning. It also aids in gas tube roll pin installation and features a built-in receptacle to prevent pins from rolling away. A separate AR-308 model of the block is also mentioned.
This product spotlight video features Brownells Gun Tech Caleb Savant discussing the Breek Arms Warhammer Mod2 charging handle for AR-15 and AR-308 platforms. The video highlights its solid engineering, excellent quality, and competitive pricing, costing about half of similar competing charging handles. Key features emphasized include its construction from 7075 T6 aluminum alloy for superior strength, true ambidextrous operation for one-handed use, larger grasping ears that clear scopes, and aggressive serrations for improved grip. A built-in gas deflector is also noted to mitigate blowback, especially when using suppressors. The Warhammer Mod2 is available for both 5.56 / .223 AR-15s and AR-308s.
This video showcases the Midwest Industries AR-15 Lower Receiver Block, a workbench tool designed to secure AR-15 and AR-308 lower receivers for easier pin removal and installation. It offers excellent support for triggerguard tabs, preventing common breakage. The block can be bolted to a workbench or used as a vise block thanks to its magwell insert, which also allows it to hold the entire rifle. A bonus feature is a cutout for holding low-profile gas blocks during gas tube pin installation, eliminating wobbling. Brownells Gun Tech Caleb Savant provides an in-depth demonstration of its features and benefits for those who frequently work on AR-platform firearms.
This video debunks the myth that every AR-15 needs an adjustable gas block. While adjustable gas blocks are useful for fine-tuning gas flow, particularly to reduce the gas in over-gassed rifles, they cannot fix an under-gassed system. The description explains that an adjustable gas block can only restrict gas flow, not increase it, as the barrel's gas port limits the total amount of gas available. The video suggests that manufacturers often over-gas AR-15s for reliability, making adjustable gas blocks beneficial for reducing excess gas and shooting softer, especially on AR-308 platforms. It contrasts this with using a heavier buffer, highlighting the adjustable gas block as a superior solution for managing gas.
This video showcases new firearm products from Midwest Industries, KE Arms, and Wilson Combat. Paul Levy from Brownells demonstrates the Midwest Industries Professional Armorer's Wrench, a multi-tool designed for AR-15 and AR-308 builds, repairs, and maintenance. It includes various wrench functions, a hammer, and a bottle opener. The video also highlights the Wilson Combat Ranger-Contour Match-Grade AR-15 Barrel in 5.56 NATO with an intermediate-length gas tube for improved reliability and recoil management. Additionally, the Midwest Industries AR-15 M-Series Two-Piece Drop-In Handguard is presented as an easy upgrade for older A1/A2 rifles to a modern M-LOK tactical handguard. Finally, the KE Arms KP-15 Trap Door Buttplate is shown for the KP-15 lower receiver, offering storage access.
