This Brownells Tech Tip focuses on the proper cleaning and preservation of a vintage Remington 870 Wingmaster shotgun, a family heirloom. Steve and Caleb guide viewers through maintaining its original bluing and patina, gently removing surface rust with appropriate materials like steel and bronze wool, and caring for the wood stock with oil. The emphasis is on preserving the firearm's history and sentimental value rather than refinishing it, ensuring it remains functional and aesthetically pleasing for future generations.
This Brownells Tech Tip provides a comprehensive guide to using ultrasonic cleaners for firearm maintenance. Hosted by Caleb and Steve, the video covers the functionality of ultrasonic cleaners, safe cleaning solutions, and best practices for cleaning various firearm components including pistols, AR parts, and suppressors. It addresses compatibility with different finishes and materials, demonstrates the setup and cleaning process using the Infante ultrasonic system, and offers tips on post-cleaning care and tank maintenance. The content aims to bust common myths and provide effective, hands-on instruction for firearm enthusiasts.
This Brownells Tech Tip features Caleb's personal project: transforming an old CZ Brno Mauser military rifle into a custom .35 Whelen hunting rifle. The video details the entire build process, including installing a Shilen barrel, fitting a Richard's Microfit stock, utilizing Talley rings and bases, and performing modifications to the bottom metal and bolt handle. It also touches on trigger guard reshaping and potential iron sight installation, offering a behind-the-scenes look at DIY gunsmithing and custom rifle creation for Mauser enthusiasts.
This Brownells Tech Tip provides a comprehensive guide to fitting and installing recoil pads on firearms, a valuable gunsmithing skill. Hosts Caleb and Steve demonstrate the entire process, from selecting the correct pad size and matching it to the stock's profile, to cutting screw holes and ensuring proper installation. They highlight the Pachmayr Decelerator pad and offer tips applicable to wood, laminate, and synthetic stocks. The video is designed for gunsmiths, hobbyists, and anyone looking to enhance their shotgun or rifle stock, emphasizing practical advice and real-world experience.
This Brownells Tech Tip provides a comprehensive guide to repairing stripped screw holes in shotgun stocks, using the Remington 870 as a prime example. The video demonstrates the correct long-term method involving wooden dowels, glue, and precise redrilling, contrasting it with less effective temporary fixes. It covers stock removal, material preparation, dowel installation, and final screw hole creation, offering a valuable resource for firearm owners undertaking stock maintenance and restoration on wood, laminate, and some polymer stocks.
This Brownells Tech Tip video, hosted by Caleb and Steve, delves into the critical differences between match ammunition and bulk range ammo. It explores factors influencing match ammo cost, such as component quality and consistency. The video also addresses whether expensive match rounds can improve the accuracy of a poorly performing firearm and discusses the value of training with budget-friendly yet effective ammunition options. Ultimately, it guides viewers on how to choose the appropriate ammunition for various needs, from competition to cost-conscious training.
This Brownells Tech Tip provides a detailed guide on installing the Midwest Industries modular stock system onto a Remington 870 shotgun. The video covers necessary tools like Fix It Sticks and a Magne-Tip screwdriver, identifies the stock components, and walks viewers through the process of safely removing the original stock and recoil pad, and then installing the new adapter, main stock screw with thread locker, grip module, and side grip panels. It also touches on adjusting the cheek riser for ambidextrous use and an optional shell holder.
This YouTube video from Brownells Tech Tip features Caleb demonstrating how to install the Tyrant CNC Extended Slide Release on a Springfield Hellcat Pro. The tutorial covers the entire process from safety checks and disassembly to removing the OEM part, comparing it with the Tyrant CNC upgrade, and finally installing the new part, including reinserting the pin and checking functionality. This upgrade is presented as a quick and easy way to enhance the Hellcat Pro with improved texture and functionality, especially beneficial for concealed carry. The video also briefly touches upon compatibility with the standard Hellcat and mentions access to Brownells' Tech Line support.
This Brownells Tech Tip provides a step-by-step guide on how to check the headspace of an AR-15 rifle. Gunsmith Steve Ostrem demonstrates the process, making it accessible for owners of both new and used AR-15s. The video aims to educate users on an important aspect of rifle maintenance and safety. Further details and resources are available via the provided URL.
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