Just my thoughts on the current imminent AR Pistol Brace ban.

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This is a short video describing how to keep plinking with factory ammo on the cheap. Spoiler, to really get deals, it's all about combining as many discounts/rebates/cashback as possible.

I've used this method to buy most of my ammo for the past five years, and it allows me to shoot for a fraction of what it would otherwise cost.

The following is a brief look at the following Bear Creek Arsenal Barrel:

Model: 1194-B6.5PHB10.518(M)

Length: 10.5"
Caliber: 6.5 Grendel
Rifling Twist Rate: 1:8
Gas System Length: Pistol
Barrel Profile: Heavy
Feed Ramps: 300 BLK
Barrel Material: 4150 CMV
Finish: Melonite (Nitride)

Groups shown were shot from a concrete bench

Range conditions:
Temperature: 40's
Wind: 15MPH

Barrel was cleaned before and after each range session, and completely stripped and cleaned after 2nd range session.

Build notes:

-Upper receiver was lapped and squared prior to assembly.
-Barrel was free floated.
-Barrel extension and upper receiver had a tight interference fit.
-Barrel nut was torqued and loosened 3x before final torque value of 70 ft/lbs was applied.
-Gas block was aligned properly, and taper pinned.
-Muzzle device used a crush washer, but was pre-crushed before installation so that it could be installed only 1/8th of a turn past hand tight.

Lower receiver has a polished, adjusted GI trigger that breaks cleanly at 5.5 lbs.

As with all videos I post, I'm not sponsored in any way by anybody or any entity. I'm just a guy who likes to test cheap barrels.

All weapons pictured are legally owned by me.
This review may not be indicative of every barrel bearing the same model. This is just my experience with this barrel.

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This is a brief look at inexpensive ways to improve the feel of your AR trigger.
As always, I'm not shilling for any companies, I'm simply sharing my experience on the best way to improve a stock GI trigger without breaking the bank.

This video is provided for informational purposes only, and should not be viewed as an endorsement for any product or service.

The following is a brief look at the following Bear Creek Arsenal Barrel:

Model: B308RMW20110(M)

Length: 20"
Caliber: .308 Winchester
Rifling Twist Rate: 1:10
Gas System Length: Rifle
Barrel Profile: SOCOM
Feed Ramps: AR10
Barrel Material: 4150 CMV
Finish: Nitride

Groups shown were shot from a concrete bench, with front and rear sandbag rests.

Range conditions:
Temperature: 30F
Wind: 5MPH Gusts

Barrel was cleaned before shooting. And after initial sight-in.

Build notes:

-Barrel was free floated.
-Barrel extension and upper receiver had a tight interference fit.
-Barrel nut was torqued and loosened 3x before final torque value.
-Gas block was aligned properly, and taper pinned.
-Muzzle device used a crush washer, but was pre-crushed before installation so that it could be installed only 1/16th of a turn past hand tight.

Lower receiver has a RA-140 Single stage trigger that breaks right at 4lbs.

As with all videos I post, I'm not sponsored in any way by anybody or any entity. I'm just a guy who likes to test cheap barrels.

All weapons pictured are legally owned by me.
This review may not be indicative of every barrel bearing the same model. This is just my experience with this barrel.

Complete build list:

- Aero Precision M5 upper and lower receiver
- Toolcraft Nitride treated bolt carrier group w/dual ejectors
- BCA 20" barrel
- Aero Precision R-One 15" MLOK handguard
- Aero Precision low profile gas block (taper pinned to barrel)
- Aero Precision Rifle length Melonite Gas Tube
- A2 muzzle device
- Aero precision lower parts kit
- Magpul MOE grip
- RA-140 Single stage 4lb drop in trigger
- UTG Pro A2 stock with buffer, buffer tube and spring
- Aero Precision Extended 30mm Ultra Lightweight scope mount
- Riton Mod-5 6-24x50 FFP scope

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The following is a brief look at the following Bear Creek Arsenal Barrel:

Model: 1683-B223WCM41619(M)

Length: 16"
Caliber: .223 Wylde
Rifling Twist Rate: 1:9
Gas System Length: Carbine
Barrel Profile: M4
Feed Ramps: M4
Barrel Material: 4150 CMV
Finish: Melonite

Groups shown were shot from a concrete bench, with front and rear sandbag rests.

Range conditions:
Temperature: 40F
Wind: 5 MPH

Barrel was cleaned before shooting.

Build notes:

-Upper receiver was lapped and squared prior to assembly.
-Standard Handguards. Barrel is NOT free-floating
-Barrel extension and upper receiver had a tight interference fit.
-Barrel nut was torqued and loosened 3x before final torque value of 80 ft/lbs was applied.
-Gas block was aligned properly, and taper pinned.
-Muzzle device used a crush washer, but was pre-crushed before installation so that it could be installed only 1/8th of a turn past hand tight.

Lower receiver has a polished, adjusted, trigger that breaks cleanly at 5.5 lbs.

As with all videos I post, I'm not sponsored in any way by anybody or any entity. I'm just a guy who likes to test cheap barrels.

All weapons pictured are legally owned by me.
This review may not be indicative of every barrel bearing the same model. This is just my experience with this barrel.

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The following is a brief look at the following Bear Creek Arsenal Barrel:

Model: 232-B223WMLW1618(P)

Length: 16"
Caliber: .223 Wylde
Rifling Twist Rate: 1:8
Gas System Length: Mid-Length
Barrel Profile: Lightweight
Feed Ramps: M4
Barrel Material: 4150 CMV
Finish: Parkerized

Groups shown were shot from a concrete bench, with front and rear sandbag rests.

Range conditions:
Temperature: 75F
Wind: 15MPH Gusts

Barrel was cleaned before shooting.

Build notes:

-Upper receiver was lapped and squared prior to assembly.
-Barrel was free floated.
-Barrel extension and upper receiver had a tight interference fit.
-Barrel nut was torqued and loosened 3x before final torque value of 80 ft/lbs was applied.
-Gas block was aligned properly, and taper pinned.
-Muzzle device used a crush washer, but was pre-crushed before installation so that it could be installed only 1/8th of a turn past hand tight.

Lower receiver has a polished, adjusted, nickel-coated trigger that breaks cleanly at 5.5 lbs.

As with all videos I post, I'm not sponsored in any way by anybody or any entity. I'm just a guy who likes to test cheap barrels.

All weapons pictured are legally owned by me.
This review may not be indicative of every barrel bearing the same model. This is just my experience with this barrel.

Remember to like, share and subscribe! Thanks!

The following is a brief look at the following Bear Creek Arsenal Barrel:

Model: 256-B300PMW8.518(M)

Length: 16"
Caliber: 300 Blackout
Rifling Twist Rate: 1:8
Gas System Length: Pistol
Barrel Profile: Mid-Weight
Feed Ramps: M4
Barrel Material: 4150 CMV
Finish: Melonite (Nitride)

Groups shown were shot from a concrete bench, with front and rear sandbag rests.

Range conditions:
Temperature: 75F
Wind: 15MPH Gusts

Barrel was cleaned before shooting.

Build notes:

-Upper receiver was lapped and squared prior to assembly.
-Barrel was free floated.
-Barrel extension and upper receiver had a tight interference fit.
-Barrel nut was torqued and loosened 3x before final torque value of 80 ft/lbs was applied.
-Gas block was aligned properly, and taper pinned.
-Muzzle device used a crush washer, but was pre-crushed before installation so that it could be installed only 1/8th of a turn past hand tight.

Lower receiver has a polished, adjusted, nickel-coated trigger that breaks cleanly at 5.5 lbs.

As with all videos I post, I'm not sponsored in any way by anybody or any entity. I'm just a guy who likes to test cheap barrels.

All weapons pictured are legally owned by me.
This review may not be indicative of every barrel bearing the same model. This is just my experience with this barrel.

Remember to like, share and subscribe! Thanks!

The following is a brief look at the following Bear Creek Arsenal Barrel:

Model: 119-B6.5Cm41618(M)

Length: 16"
Caliber: 6.5 Grendel
Rifling Twist Rate: 1:8
Gas System Length: Carbine
Barrel Profile: M4
Feed Ramps: M4
Barrel Material: 4150 CMV
Finish: Melonite (Nitride)

This is a test of the replacement barrel that BCA sent me after I returned the first one because of poor accuracy. TLDW: This barrel is a dog too.

Because this is a "beater" build, I tested Wolf Steel Cased 100 grain ammo only. Premium ammo gets pricey really fast when you get a barrel that won't group.

Groups shown were shot from a concrete bench, with front and rear sandbag rests.

Range conditions:
Temperature: 75F
Wind: 15mph gusts

Barrel was cleaned before shooting.

Build notes:

-Upper receiver was lapped and squared prior to assembly.
-Barrel was using standard carbine handguards
-Barrel extension and upper receiver had a tight interference fit.
-Barrel nut was torqued and loosened 3x before final torque value of 85 ft/lbs was applied.
-Gas block was aligned properly, and taper pinned.
-Muzzle device used a crush washer, but was pre-crushed before installation so that it could be installed only 1/8th of a turn past hand tight.

Lower receiver has a polished, adjusted GI trigger that breaks cleanly at 4.5 lbs.

As with all videos I post, I'm not sponsored in any way by anybody or any entity. I'm just a guy who likes to test cheap barrels.

All weapons pictured are legally owned by me.
This review may not be indicative of every barrel bearing the same model. This is just my experience with this barrel.

Remember to like, share and subscribe! Thanks!

Just a brief overview of a cheap and effective method to eliminate play between an upper and lower receiver.

There's many ways to achieve the same result. This is my method

Model: 1169-B6.5MHB18185R(MF)

Length: 18"
Caliber: 6.5 Grendel
Rifling Twist Rate: 1:8 5R
Gas System Length: Mid
Barrel Profile: Heavy, fluted
Feed Ramps: M4
Barrel Material: 4150 CMV
Finish: Melonite (Nitride)

Groups shown were shot from a concrete bench, with front and rear sandbag rests.

Range conditions:
Temperature: 75F
Wind: N/A

Feed ramps were polished before shooting. Barrel was cleaned thoroughly before shooting, and after every 5 round group for the first 20 rounds.

The barrel initially exhibited poor accuracy, but proceeded to tighten up groups as the day progressed. Notably, there was a rough spot about 1" from the muzzle that smoothed out as the rifle was fired.

Build notes:

-Upper receiver was lapped and squared prior to assembly.
-Barrel was free floated.
-Barrel extension was shimmed with .002" stainless steel shim stock to ensure a VERY tight fit into the upper receiver.
-Barrel nut was torqued and loosened 3x before final torque value of 85 ft/lbs was applied.
-Gas block was aligned properly, and taper pinned.
-Muzzle device used a crush washer, but was pre-crushed before installation so that it could be installed only 1/8th of a turn past hand tight.

Lower receiver has a polished, adjusted GI trigger that breaks cleanly at 4 lbs.

Thoughts: This barrel has potential. As it smoothed out, it started actually grouping, and I think it's probably capable of MOA or better accuracy with Hornady Black ELD-Match ammo.

As with all videos I post, I'm not sponsored in any way by anybody or any entity. I'm just a guy who likes to test cheap barrels.

All weapons pictured are legally owned by me.
This review may not be indicative of every barrel bearing the same model. This is just my experience with this barrel.

Remember to like, share and subscribe! Thanks!

This is a brief video explaining how to shim a barrel extension to eliminate sloppy fitment, and accurize your AR15.

I'm not a gunsmith, machinist, or expert. I'm just a guy with a webcam and too much time on his hands. This video is provided for informational purposes only. I'm not responsible for anybody who follows this advice.

That being said, I've tested shimmed vs. unshimmed barrels and have found that in receivers that have sloppy fits, this can improve accuracy noticeably.

This will not make a bad barrel good. It just eliminates one small variable in the quest for accuracy.

The following is a brief look at the following Bear Creek Arsenal Barrel:

Model: 119-B6.5Cm41618(M)

Length: 16"
Caliber: 6.5 Grendel
Rifling Twist Rate: 1:8
Gas System Length: Carbine
Barrel Profile: M4
Feed Ramps: M4
Barrel Material: 4150 CMV
Finish: Melonite (Nitride)

Groups shown were shot from a concrete bench, with front and rear sandbag rests.

Range conditions:
Temperature: 82F
Wind: N/A

Barrel was cleaned before and after each range session, and completely stripped and cleaned after 2nd range session.

Because this barrel exhibited such poor accuracy, groups were shot at 50 yards instead of 100.

Build notes:

-Upper receiver was lapped and squared prior to assembly.
-Barrel was free floated.
-Barrel extension and upper receiver had a tight interference fit.
-Barrel nut was torqued and loosened 3x before final torque value of 70 ft/lbs was applied.
-Gas block was aligned properly, and taper pinned.
-Muzzle device used a torque washer, but was pre-crushed before installation so that it could be installed only 1/8th of a turn past hand tight.

Lower receiver has a polished, adjusted GI trigger that breaks cleanly at 4 lbs.

As with all videos I post, I'm not sponsored in any way by anybody or any entity. I'm just a guy who likes to test cheap barrels.

All weapons pictured are legally owned by me.
This review may not be indicative of every barrel bearing the same model. This is just my experience with this barrel.

Remember to like, share and subscribe! Thanks!

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A do-it-yourself video on taper pinning a gas block to an AR-15 barrel.

Just an informal test. This rifle is the culmination of the cheapest parts I could gather together of sem-reasonable quality. The entire build cost 223.00+optics.

All groups were fired from a concrete bench at a distance of 100 yards. 5 round groups.

A Statement about what I hope to accomplish with my channel, and the testing standards.

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This is a range report using an 18" BCA Nitride treated 1:7 twist heavy profile barrel. Mid-length gas, chambered in .223 Wylde.

Model # B223WMHB1817(M)

I do not represent BCA or any other company or organization. I am not paid or compensated in any way for this review. I'm just a guy who likes target shooting on the cheap.

Ammo tested was:

1. IMI Razorcore 77 grain 5.56
2. PPU Match 75 Grain .223
3. IMI Razorcore 69 grain 5.56
4. PPU Match 69 grain .223
5. ZQI 62 grain LAP 5.56
6. Independence 62 grain LAP 5.56
7. Wolf Gold 55 grain .223
8. Independence 55 grain 5.56
9. Tula 55 grain .223 (steel case)

Each range trip, a single 5-round group from each ammo type was fired from a distance of 100 yards.

This is not a comprehensive test. I simply wanted to see what I could reasonably expect from a variety of readily available, inexpensive ammunition.

I paid under 58 dollars for this barrel, SHIPPED to my doorstep.
Is it worth it? You decide.

In the future, I'll be testing several other BCA barrels I purchased using the same ammo/lots in the same order of firing.

This video is provided for educational purposes only. All weapons are shown are legally owned, and legal to possess and fire in my state of residence.

Let me know what you think!
In the coming weeks I'll be testing:

BCA 20" goverment profile 5.56 1:7 twist rifle length gas nitride barrel

BCA 16" M4 profile 5.56 1:8 twist carbine length gas nitride barrel

BCA 16: Pencil profile 5.56 1:7 twist mid length gas nitride barrel.

This is a range report using an 20" BCA Nitride treated 1:7 twist government profile barrel. Rifle-length gas, chambered in 5.56 NATO.

Model # B556RGVNT2017(M)

I do not represent BCA or any other company or organization. I am not paid or compensated in any way for this review. I'm just a guy who likes target shooting on the cheap.

Ammo tested was:

1. IMI Razorcore 77 grain 5.56
2. PPU Match 75 Grain .223
3. IMI Razorcore 69 grain 5.56
4. PPU Match 69 grain .223
5. ZQI 62 grain LAP 5.56
6. Independence 62 grain LAP 5.56
7. Wolf Gold 55 grain .223
8. Independence 55 grain 5.56
9. Tula 55 grain .223 (steel case)
(Bonus) PMC 62 Grain LAP 5.56

Each range trip, a single 5-round group from each ammo type was fired from a distance of 100 yards.

This is not a comprehensive test. I simply wanted to see what I could reasonably expect from a variety of readily available, inexpensive ammunition.

I paid under 58 dollars for this barrel, SHIPPED to my doorstep.
Is it worth it? You decide.

In the future, I'll be testing several other BCA barrels I purchased using the same ammo/lots in the same order of firing.

This video is provided for educational purposes only. All weapons are shown are legally owned, and legal to possess and fire in my state of residence.

Let me know what you think!
In the coming weeks I'll be testing:

BCA 16" M4 profile 5.56 1:8 twist carbine length gas nitride barrel

BCA 16: Pencil profile 5.56 1:7 twist mid length gas nitride barrel.