Reid, I was an aircraft mechanic for 20+ years and very seldom used gloves except with the harshest chemicals (MEK & Toluene). Handled lots of oils and fuels w/o gloves over the years. Long story short, got cancer and survived, and I know others who did the same thing with same results. For your sake and others, it isn't too late to use gloves!
As a little kid, hoppes smelled so good I wanted to drink it. My dad straightened me out. Still, whenever I smell it, I think of that, and I was a tiny little kid, maybe 2 or 3 or something.
@Frank The Tank I put no.9 in 1 of those Russian oilers can, the ones with 2 containers in 1, the side w/no.9 desolved the lead solder making it an oil can! yes if removes lead fouling too
I was the guy that talked my unit into buying a bunch of Hoppe's 9 for the arms room. I know the Army says that CLP is just as good but it's just not the same.
@@Dan-di9jd For one thing, Reid is not based in Illinois. He is from Illinois but has been in Tennessee for quite a few years now. Even if he were still in Illinois, he is only one man, like all of us, vs a whole liberal mega-city like Chicago and dozens of smaller liberal cities. Reid teaches people how to shoot and shoot well via his school and his many videos. His cleaning and maintenance videos are very helpful. He expresses logic about the folly of gun control and causes people to think about the very real probability that we will eventually have to think about things our forefathers did. We have collectively been brainwashed into believing the only way to change things is via the ballot box, a concept that has been increasingly corrupted for decades. What have you done?
The Facebook ad that gets me is the one selling "Military grade gun cleaner spray " In the Marines, in the 70's, we didn't have anything like that. We took our weapon into a hot shower with us and then cleaned it. No special cleaners at all. No gloves either. Just hot water and a bottle of bore cleaner.
I started polish sanding the high friction parts on new guns to mimic breaking them in, and it has proven to be worth it. Nothing drastic, but just some of sharp machined edges and ramps. I had purchased 2 identical handguns. One for carry, the other for home. I was running the carry gun all the time and it slowly broke in and found its groove nicely, while the other stayed factory stiff. I polished the parts on that one and got it to running just like the other, and thats what started that protocol for me.
Man this video was awesome. First time AR owner and this is exactly what I need to find out about disassembling,cleaning,and lubing my rifle. Thank you sir .
Reid - word of wisdom, 👍 👍 Your AR cleaning demo bring back memories of my SDI SSgt. Mock. His work were nearly identical to yours, it has been a few year since I was on Paris Island, so I have to really reflect back to March 1977. Great demo for these new patriots, that are buying all the AR rifles up. God Speed to all patriots,,,,, Semper Fi,,,
Thank you to all soldiers sharing the knowledge to those of us who need it. Never thought I would need it but here we are. God bless and save these warriors and our country!
I am also an aircraft mechanic like Chieflywaze and we pride ourselves on doing things by the book. The company had a great safety poster to drive the point home about toxic chemical exposure. The poster said: "This is what your hand looks like to toxic chemicals." And it was a picture of a sponge in the shape of a hand. I've been wearing gloves at work every day since.
I'm a mechanic, 33 years now. I don't generally wear bitch mittens (latex gloves), Except when handling certain chemicals. PAG oil (air conditioning oil) causes testicular cancer, and brake fluid, that "warm" sensation, is your skin absorbing it. Yeah, there are times where gloves are a good idea...
Reid: "If you're spending more than 10 minutes cleaning your gun, you're wrong." Me, former active duty Marine: *REEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE*
So glad to see you again Reid! I'll forward this vid to a couple friends who are starting to see what's really happening and bought their first AR. Thanks brother, I'll see you on the ridge.
Reid has been missing from TH-cam because it took a couple months to cut that majestic mane of hair! Good to see you again, sir. -OG. The Taofledermaus Channel. 😎👍. OG’s Danger Show.
This is why I'm a big fan of this channel and Reid. Just simple and informative steps in teaching others how to do something with their guns. Good job, brother!
Thankyou Reid for this excellent tutorial ! I just bought a S&W M&P 15 sport 2, and was wondering if it is ok to use just right out of the box and you came to the rescue, I don"t think there is another video out there on prepping your NEW ar15 ! I"m 67 and never owned a firearm in my life but I do now, I'm a new subscriber too , thanks my friend !
Cleaning a rifle, time well spent. We make it a family activity at my house. Everyone knows how to and cleans their own. Wise words Reid, 👍 👍 I tried, and am now using “Shooter Lube” brand, Solvent and Extreme Weapons Oil. I’ve been cleaning AR platform rifles for over 43 years, and this stuff is worth trying. God Speed, and God Bless,,,,, Semper Fi,,,
Ive always cleaned a new firearm, but never have thought of a complete break down and clean. Something I'll have to keep in mind for future purchases. Thanks for another informative video.
Again, it’s up to the individual to use gloves or not, for me I take precautions and use gloves when working with any chemicals. I value my hands so I take great care of them. I have an uncle who never wore gloves and his hands are in very bad condition. He’s in constant pain especially in the winter when they crack and bleed. Lotion doesn’t even seem to help. The choice is yours. Enough of that, thanks Reid for your very informative videos!
This rifle is still going strong today! I have my stag arms from 2010 still running have not had to change the barrel out yet either, although mine has less than 6k rounds.
Love the smell of Hoppe's #9. Thank you for this video, there is a lot I'm still learning about, I've had my Uncle's SP1 sporter for almost 3 years now. Your videos have been most informative.
Just got my very first brand new AR 15, which I've dreamed of owning for 20+ years. Was intimidated af to clean/lube her for the first time but I figured should be done with how stiff everything was. This vid walked me through it perfectly and I was actually surprised there was a small amount of black residue that came off the firing pin and other bolt carrier internals, even inside the barrel. Buffer tube lube was a big help, so was safety switch lube, as my AR feels way smoother now. Used CLP 👌🏾 Good looking out!!!
Excellent vid.....my favorite one ...from Reid.....as far as cleaning an AR is when he cleans his brothers new AR...Smith and Wesson....when he puts that Bolt 🔩 carrier in.... "Snap it...whip it...snap it wip it,"......thts a hook to a song........im fena look tht video up.....right now....and watch ⌚️ it.....and continue to LEARN....from Reid.......1❤
The amazing thing about this was his comfort level with the firearm. He disassembled it with ease and confidence. Yes, I know it's not his first rodeo, and I'm positive he could do it blindfolded. Well done. This will help a large number of new AR owners. Thanks.
@@kevinm.n.5158You can’t expect a NEW owner of a firearm to take apart a gun blindfolded 😂. We all start somewhere and this video is perfect for someone looking to familiarize themselves with their new rifle. I wish for everyone to be armed. With your thinking, no one would own a firearm since their no expert.
@patrickmcgee6309 it is for some I guess, buy them books send them to school and they still couldn't pour piss out of a boot with directions on the bottom.
Perfect. Just what I needed. Hadn't picked up an AR in 32 years. Needed the refresher after just purchasing one ... I watched a lot of AR vids ... you're the first one that showed a function check! Much Thanks.
I purchased my Stag model 1 L in 2010. I have put many thousands of rounds through it. A great rifle! At the time it was the only left-handed model AR I could locate. Good stuff as always Reid.
Just finished my AR-15 .556 pistol build Aero upper 12.5 barrel Stoner key mod handgaurd Smith&Wesson lower with a single stage 3.5 lbs trigger Magpul handgrip and Wilson Combat flip up sights,can't wait to get it sighted in.Nice video i had a AR15 A2 back in the mid 80's back then there were no accessories that I remember, my how times have changed..
Glad to see that you used a lot of oil on the bolt. Several people don't know that you need to run a wet bolt ( lots of oil ) on an AR Rifle. We learned this the hard way on M-16's in Vietnam. We had jams up the butt on the Colt M-16's until we had info to come out to say we need to run wet bolts. Then most of the jams went away !!!!!!.Great Job. Bill @ Mitchell's Gunsmithing.
This is something I was just thinking today. I wish more firearms people talked about this type of thing, lubrication, holsters and slings. And general fear around firearms
@@dylank.9573 That's fuckin hilarious 🤣 😂 You should have told her that Point Shooting is an advanced skill...and by the way you'll need 10 more mags and a thousand rounds; oh yeah and buy some flip up iron sights so you can actually hit something!!!!
I like the scrubbing with solvent and rinsing clean with your average can of break parts cleaner. It works good, clean rinses fast and air drys quickly. Then I generously lube and shake off excess. Light coat in barrel and your good to go. In M14 style Rifles, I use oil in the barrel and a light coat of axle grease in the action and bolt. Makes it run sooooo smooth.
Everyone has their own process. Personally, that is about the amount of oil I use on my black powder guns. All others I run nearly dry with no issues. To each their own.
Good advice about a new firearm. Just be sure when you put it together that you don't pinch/bend the plunger spring when you put the buffer retaining plunger assy. back in the tube. It's easy to do and will cause an issue right away and you'll be scratching your head. Like the chemicals when you're young, love the leukemia when you're old. Take it from me. 😉 Mt time with them as a munitions systems specialist TDYs to the machine shop = a marrow transplant. Doesn't happen to everyone but it's a hell of a game of roulette.
James Smullins I use the same, it’s like $3 from Walmart for a can that I’ll never kill off. The key is to avoid just slathering it on. I only grease up the rails on the BCG that are actually contacting anything, and a thin, very thin coat on the bolt and cam pin. I use the excess on the buffer spring. A bit of CLP on the trigger and hammer pins, and it’s good to go.
I just purchased a AR556 ( AR-15) went to my favorite gun range where they have different classes so I took the one for basic AR-15 maintenance the instructor was explaining to me Rugars especially has a factory solution on the new rifles that at first makes it difficult to assemble certain parts ,, so it really needs to be clean & lubricated & fired ASAP to literally break it in.
What happened to the famous Reid method using wheel bearing grease? It's all over my bolt carrier group from your previous vids and works great! Thank you for all you do!
Ladies, remember what Reid said about the smell of Hoppes 9. If you want to catch your guy, put some on. Im telling you, id fall for a lady that has a hint gun cleaning solvent about her. 😎👍🇺🇸
What about bearing grease?? An older video you did years ago, you said running it 'wet' wasn't really necessary. And I've been running mine like that with bearing grease ever since. Why did you change it up?
Once you're finally im gonna do a military inspection. And like they did us after spending about 15mins cleaning our weapons cimming in from the feild. Our company commander always said you missed a spot soldier. Keep up the great work..
For the buffer tube and spring. It's good to use a tube of white lithium grease and grease the spring and tube up really good. Over the years I've noticed just using oil doesn't do it justice. After you lube it with that it will be super smooth. Just a little advice.
THANK YOU, HOPPES #9 , Frank Hoppe had tis figured out a long time ago. You dont have to spend alot of money on all the Market saturated cleaners. Yes , swap down that Hog , with Hoppes, and Enjoy your new Rifle. Don't over Scrub your gun barrels to fanatical standards. As a Competition shooter once said, I clean my barrel, every 200 shots. But Obviously, keep a thin coat of Oil in barrel, ect to prevent rust.
Any new purchase, checking feed ramps and gas block/pins should be on the list as well to ensure roll pins and/or set screws are tight. If you’re really comfortable, removing the barrel to ensure some grease/anti seize on the barrel and upper receiver where it attaches is imperative if you ever plan on replacing the barrel, free floating Handguards, etc NO LOCTITE ANYWHERE (except maybe on your optic mount screws)
When my wife and I were in the dating she thought I used cologne after the gun range to cover up gun powder smell. She didn’t know at the time it was hoppes #9
I have a Stag arms 16" Carbine. Since 2014 I have taken almost a dozen classes with her and don't know how many rounds I've fired. She a workhorse, so dependable so sturdy. I'm more than happy with my stag. I have several more expensive, fancier rifle but my stag is my go to.
A few years ago you recommended just using red bearing grease to lube the BCG. Have your views changed? What are your new recommendations? Thanks, as always.
@@m8driver578 I know what you're referring to, I've seen all his videos. But you asked what his new recommendations are and he say it in this video. Slip2000 30 weight.
It happens every time you pull the trigger with one in the chamber. Think of it this way, there are 5.56 suppressors that don't come with cleaning instructions because the pressure is supposed to blow out the shite.
Clean the end of the gas tube in the upper where the charging handle is especially if the powder is corrosive (most rounds are not). But that’s only for deep cleanings.
Reid, the only thing I do different is I double check that everythin's torqued to Spec. I've only purchased 2 ARs (one a budget and one mid tier, and both had parts that weren't torqued to spec). I've been cleaning with Hoppes #9 for 60 years bare handed, and I don't have finger cancer yet LOL. Great How To Video.
She'll run dirty, but she won't run dry. FACTS watch Vickers Tactical, LAV says wetter is better. He even did a video where he completely saturated an AR in oil, then fired it. He ended up wearing a lot of oil but he was trying to prove a point, don't run 'em dry ! Better to have too much lube than not enough. If a Delta operator says so, listen.
Thank you for that very informative video. I picked up my first AR-15 a few months ago. Beautiful Sig Sauer m400. Not to be mistaken for the tread or snake bite. This one has the a2 front post I've got the carry handle on it blah blah blah blah blah. Everything that you did I have done with the exception of lubricating the buffer spring. I got so annoyed every time I would hear that grinding sound. I just did the exact same thing you did I squirted a bunch of lubricant right into my palm got it all over that spring and now that grinding sound is gone. Thank you again. Stay safe and God bless.
@Joe Biden wants your kids to jump on his lap *A word of advise.... Always place things in the exact same order when you dismantle your rifle. It will become muscle memory after a bit.*
I know this is an old video but I enjoyed watching it none the less. I never cleaned new firearms before I watched this the first time. Now, every gun I buy, regardless of if it's used or new, I clean it before I shoot it for the first time.
The first thing you do when you become a new AR owner is take it home, disassemble it and pray u can put it back together 😂
Reid, I was an aircraft mechanic for 20+ years and very seldom used gloves except with the harshest chemicals (MEK & Toluene). Handled lots of oils and fuels w/o gloves over the years. Long story short, got cancer and survived, and I know others who did the same thing with same results. For your sake and others, it isn't too late to use gloves!
@Mike Byrne not true
Great advice.
Cancer is not a big deal bro
@@nartron3000 Right.....
@@Chieflywaze cancer grows inside you everyday. It’s not a big deal.
My childhood was so good that Hoppe's #9 is a smell that makes me think of home.
As a little kid, hoppes smelled so good I wanted to drink it. My dad straightened me out. Still, whenever I smell it, I think of that, and I was a tiny little kid, maybe 2 or 3 or something.
Ditto.
Hoppes or CorrosionX......
President Merkin Muffley Hoppes 9 is a solvent, I then use motor oil for lube. It’s cheap and works great.
@@justplinkin4809 I know when learning as a child it was hoppes to clean, corrosionx to coat and lube.
Hoppes No. 9. Anything else is uncivilized.
Back to you, Jim.
@Thystaff Thywill I'll handle the commercials around here. OK, pal?
@Frank The Tank I put no.9 in 1 of those Russian oilers can, the ones with 2 containers in 1, the side w/no.9 desolved the lead solder making it an oil can! yes if removes lead fouling too
I have rem oil. Its trash.
I was the guy that talked my unit into buying a bunch of Hoppe's 9 for the arms room. I know the Army says that CLP is just as good but it's just not the same.
DEMOCRATS = REPUBLICANS,,,, ,,,,,THEY ARE TRACKING YOU ALL BY CELL PHONE GPS !!!!,,,,,,,,,WALKED UP DUMMIES !!!!
Reid is finally back !
Now we need the 3 minute tutorial on cleaning AKMs that use corrosive surplus ammo. Water hose and a can of carb cleaner and you're good to go 👍😁
@@proceramic7422 water alone will break down the salts in corrosive ammo
And better than ever.
@@handle--729 Just piss down the barrel.. Problem solved just dont eat asparagus 1st
Michael Orlowski was he blocked by communist TH-cam❓😟 I don’t know 🤷♂️ cuz I’ve been gone for a while too .
Reid is not only an A-1 Patriot, he is a huge asset to the Patriot community!
This man should be in Congress
@@vicdiaz5180
I agree but he is not qualified for such a position. He has too much common sense and integrity.
One of a few true true patriots on TH-cam
How so? Name one thing he done that helped the 2A? Matter of fact, he's based in Illinois where they recently passed an AWB successfully.
@@Dan-di9jd
For one thing, Reid is not based in Illinois. He is from Illinois but has been in Tennessee for quite a few years now. Even if he were still in Illinois, he is only one man, like all of us, vs a whole liberal mega-city like Chicago and dozens of smaller liberal cities.
Reid teaches people how to shoot and shoot well via his school and his many videos. His cleaning and maintenance videos are very helpful. He expresses logic about the folly of gun control and causes people to think about the very real probability that we will eventually have to think about things our forefathers did. We have collectively been brainwashed into believing the only way to change things is via the ballot box, a concept that has been increasingly corrupted for decades.
What have you done?
A classic Patriot helping the new class of firearms owners. Great job
Please consider showing us a one year update/cleaning video, so we can see the wear and tear that happens to the rifle. God bless brother :)
Video the second cleaning, and again at 1k and 5k rounds
The Facebook ad that gets me is the one selling "Military grade gun cleaner spray " In the Marines, in the 70's, we didn't have anything like that. We took our weapon into a hot shower with us and then cleaned it. No special cleaners at all. No gloves either. Just hot water and a bottle of bore cleaner.
I started polish sanding the high friction parts on new guns to mimic breaking them in, and it has proven to be worth it. Nothing drastic, but just some of sharp machined edges and ramps.
I had purchased 2 identical handguns. One for carry, the other for home. I was running the carry gun all the time and it slowly broke in and found its groove nicely, while the other stayed factory stiff. I polished the parts on that one and got it to running just like the other, and thats what started that protocol for me.
Yes sir.. like a old woman you got to lube her. Tidewater VA James River USA
Man this video was awesome. First time AR owner and this is exactly what I need to find out about disassembling,cleaning,and lubing my rifle. Thank you sir .
so you bought an AR-15 having known nothing about it beforehand....
dude showed up after two years to troll
Dude was caught in a 2 year blip
Man what gave it away ?
As a former Marine this is what we called field stripping and cleaning a rifle. Nothing crazy, just keeping it clean and functional.
I agree 100 percent
So its not just some dude using an MRE spoon and a gallon jug of some lubricant spooning it into the bolt?
Except we used baby wipes in my unit LOL
Yeah I was waiting for something special but he cleans it lmao😂
what's a "former Marine"
Reid - word of wisdom, 👍 👍
Your AR cleaning demo bring back memories of my SDI SSgt. Mock. His work were nearly identical to yours, it has been a few year since I was on Paris Island, so I have to really reflect back to March 1977. Great demo for these new patriots, that are buying all the AR rifles up.
God Speed to all patriots,,,,,
Semper Fi,,,
Thank you for your service May god bless you
Thank you to all soldiers sharing the knowledge to those of us who need it. Never thought I would need it but here we are. God bless and save these warriors and our country!
I am also an aircraft mechanic like Chieflywaze and we pride ourselves on doing things by the book. The company had a great safety poster to drive the point home about toxic chemical exposure. The poster said: "This is what your hand looks like to toxic chemicals." And it was a picture of a sponge in the shape of a hand. I've been wearing gloves at work every day since.
Yep, when you shower, your skin picks up more chemicals from the water than if you drank that water.
I'm a mechanic, 33 years now. I don't generally wear bitch mittens (latex gloves), Except when handling certain chemicals. PAG oil (air conditioning oil) causes testicular cancer, and brake fluid, that "warm" sensation, is your skin absorbing it. Yeah, there are times where gloves are a good idea...
Reid: "If you're spending more than 10 minutes cleaning your gun, you're wrong."
Me, former active duty Marine: *REEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE*
😆 🤣 😂, do you or have you ever used CLP cleaner/lubricant in firearms
reid is living proof that you can get past that, as for the crayons ,i'm not sure.
@@richardmoore6295 🤦♂️🤣🤣🤣
good info
Yeah, i like reid. He tells it like it is.
Some of my best memories in the army were sitting around cleaning weapons with the platoon.
Excellent! Thanks. Straight forward and common sense. No fluff. Much appreciated!
Kreator? You just got even cooler in my book! Thx reid.
@@45122 Saw HTD live years ago. Not really my cup of tea. Not really into those emo kinda bands.
Thanks Reid. A lot of new gun owner will appreciate this vid.
So glad to see you again Reid! I'll forward this vid to a couple friends who are starting to see what's really happening and bought their first AR.
Thanks brother, I'll see you on the ridge.
Lots of great info for the AR newbie!!
Reid has been missing from TH-cam because it took a couple months to cut that majestic mane of hair! Good to see you again, sir. -OG. The Taofledermaus Channel. 😎👍. OG’s Danger Show.
Lol is this the legend
Holy shit its og.
Ive cleaned and lubed my AR a hundred times but it's always good to have a little refresher course from the pros, great vid as always.
This is why I'm a big fan of this channel and Reid. Just simple and informative steps in teaching others how to do something with their guns. Good job, brother!
Reid, looking physically fit!💪
04:30 pt Oorah! 🇺🇲🦅🌎⚓👹🐕🎯💥
Thank you. I just cleaned my new AR and was surprised by the amount of machining oil/preservatives I removed.
Reid!!!! Glad you made a video. I’m seasoned with AR’s but I can watch you work on rifles all day long man
❤ Love that fact that this rifle is not a larper's special..... not overly tactical-kool!
Thankyou Reid for this excellent tutorial ! I just bought a S&W M&P 15 sport 2, and was wondering if it is ok to use just right out of the box and you came to the rescue, I don"t think there is another video out there on prepping your NEW ar15 ! I"m 67 and never owned a firearm in my life but I do now, I'm a new subscriber too , thanks my friend !
Cleaning a rifle, time well spent. We make it a family activity at my house. Everyone knows how to and cleans their own. Wise words Reid, 👍 👍
I tried, and am now using “Shooter Lube” brand, Solvent and Extreme Weapons Oil. I’ve been cleaning AR platform rifles for over 43 years, and this stuff is worth trying.
God Speed, and God Bless,,,,,
Semper Fi,,,
Ive always cleaned a new firearm, but never have thought of a complete break down and clean. Something I'll have to keep in mind for future purchases. Thanks for another informative video.
Again, it’s up to the individual to use gloves or not, for me I take precautions and use gloves when working with any chemicals. I value my hands so I take great care of them. I have an uncle who never wore gloves and his hands are in very bad condition. He’s in constant pain especially in the winter when they crack and bleed. Lotion doesn’t even seem to help. The choice is yours. Enough of that, thanks Reid for your very informative videos!
Finally someone else that runs milspec triggers! Milspec since day 1!
This rifle is still going strong today! I have my stag arms from 2010 still running have not had to change the barrel out yet either, although mine has less than 6k rounds.
Still clean the same way we did in the USMC back in early 80s with CLP just not cleaning 3 consecutive days in a row.
Love the smell of Hoppe's #9. Thank you for this video, there is a lot I'm still learning about, I've had my Uncle's SP1 sporter for almost 3 years now. Your videos have been most informative.
Just got my very first brand new AR 15, which I've dreamed of owning for 20+ years. Was intimidated af to clean/lube her for the first time but I figured should be done with how stiff everything was. This vid walked me through it perfectly and I was actually surprised there was a small amount of black residue that came off the firing pin and other bolt carrier internals, even inside the barrel. Buffer tube lube was a big help, so was safety switch lube, as my AR feels way smoother now. Used CLP 👌🏾 Good looking out!!!
Excellent vid.....my favorite one ...from Reid.....as far as cleaning an AR is when he cleans his brothers new AR...Smith and Wesson....when he puts that Bolt 🔩 carrier in.... "Snap it...whip it...snap it wip it,"......thts a hook to a song........im fena look tht video up.....right now....and watch ⌚️ it.....and continue to LEARN....from Reid.......1❤
The amazing thing about this was his comfort level with the firearm. He disassembled it with ease and confidence. Yes, I know it's not his first rodeo, and I'm positive he could do it blindfolded. Well done. This will help a large number of new AR owners. Thanks.
Amazing? It’s not hard
Not to sound elitist but if you can't disassemble your AR in less than a minute blindfolded, you shouldn't own one. It really isn't hard at all.
anyone with a weeks practice can take an AR-15 apart blindfolded
@@kevinm.n.5158You can’t expect a NEW owner of a firearm to take apart a gun blindfolded 😂. We all start somewhere and this video is perfect for someone looking to familiarize themselves with their new rifle. I wish for everyone to be armed. With your thinking, no one would own a firearm since their no expert.
@patrickmcgee6309 it is for some I guess, buy them books send them to school and they still couldn't pour piss out of a boot with directions on the bottom.
Perfect. Just what I needed. Hadn't picked up an AR in 32 years. Needed the refresher after just purchasing one ... I watched a lot of AR vids ... you're the first one that showed a function check! Much Thanks.
Spilled a bottle of Hoppes 9 in my daily commute car last year...talk about constant cologne
I might have to have an accident of my own
That's sexy as hell bro
Fellow gun enthusiast, AND fellow thrash metal enthusiast??? You're a rare breed, Mr. Henrichs...a rare breed, indeed!
I purchased my Stag model 1 L in 2010. I have put many thousands of rounds through it. A great rifle! At the time it was the only left-handed model AR I could locate. Good stuff as always Reid.
Just finished my AR-15 .556 pistol build Aero upper 12.5 barrel Stoner key mod handgaurd Smith&Wesson lower with a single stage 3.5 lbs trigger Magpul handgrip and Wilson Combat flip up sights,can't wait to get it sighted in.Nice video i had a AR15 A2 back in the mid 80's back then there were no accessories that I remember, my how times have changed..
Kreator! Why Reid, ida never guessed. Old school thrash, my man.
Glad to see that you used a lot of oil on the bolt. Several people don't know that you need to run a wet bolt ( lots of oil ) on an AR Rifle. We learned this the hard way on M-16's in Vietnam. We had jams up the butt on the Colt M-16's until we had info to come out to say we need to run wet bolts. Then most of the jams went away !!!!!!.Great Job. Bill @ Mitchell's Gunsmithing.
This is something I was just thinking today.
I wish more firearms people talked about this type of thing, lubrication, holsters and slings.
And general fear around firearms
Welcome back, Reid...you've been missed. Btw...love the haircut.
Thanks!
You wouldn't believe how many people I've seen show up at the range thinking they can shoot without sights.
I like the Bonnie Blue.
Let me guess. They bought a sight less AR! Those geniuses need put back up irons and an optic if they want.
Please tell me this is a joke?
@@augreich I've seen an older woman in a gunstore that bought a sight-less ar, one mag, and 40 rounds, with intent to use it for self defense.
@@dylank.9573 That's fuckin hilarious 🤣 😂
You should have told her that Point Shooting is an advanced skill...and by the way you'll need 10 more mags and a thousand rounds; oh yeah and buy some flip up iron sights so you can actually hit something!!!!
I like the scrubbing with solvent and rinsing clean with your average can of break parts cleaner. It works good, clean rinses fast and air drys quickly. Then I generously lube and shake off excess. Light coat in barrel and your good to go.
In M14 style Rifles, I use oil in the barrel and a light coat of axle grease in the action and bolt. Makes it run sooooo smooth.
Everyone has their own process. Personally, that is about the amount of oil I use on my black powder guns. All others I run nearly dry with no issues. To each their own.
Good advice about a new firearm. Just be sure when you put it together that you don't pinch/bend the plunger spring when you put the buffer retaining plunger assy. back in the tube. It's easy to do and will cause an issue right away and you'll be scratching your head.
Like the chemicals when you're young, love the leukemia when you're old. Take it from me. 😉 Mt time with them as a munitions systems specialist TDYs to the machine shop = a marrow transplant. Doesn't happen to everyone but it's a hell of a game of roulette.
Dag bro where have to been? Haven't seen your videos for a while.
Nice how to video. I 💯 agree on cleaning your firearm when you buy it new or used.
Good stuff, as always. Hope all is well!
Glad you're back Reid ..thanks.
In the past your videos showed you using lithium grease On the BCG is this no longer your process?
My experience w lithium grease on my BCG made it tacky and collected more dirt than usual. I tried a couple diff kinds and no longer use it.
I still use that red high temp bearing grease, not had any issues but I do check and clean as needed after heavy firing sessions.
I was waiting for him to address that too...
James Smullins I use the same, it’s like $3 from Walmart for a can that I’ll never kill off. The key is to avoid just slathering it on. I only grease up the rails on the BCG that are actually contacting anything, and a thin, very thin coat on the bolt and cam pin. I use the excess on the buffer spring. A bit of CLP on the trigger and hammer pins, and it’s good to go.
Yeah, that was the question I was getting ready to ask, since both he and James (Yeager) mentioned using grease
I just purchased a AR556 ( AR-15) went to my favorite gun range where they have different classes so I took the one for basic AR-15 maintenance the instructor was explaining to me Rugars especially has a factory solution on the new rifles that at first makes it difficult to assemble certain parts ,, so it really needs to be clean & lubricated & fired ASAP to literally break it in.
There you are. Started to think of asking Patriot Nurse where you were.
Not so cozy anymore, I think...none of my business of course.
Just glad to see Reid Henrichs back...hope all is well.
@Shawn Patricio 🤣Happily married. 12 years next month. And I believe she might be kin. That's why I refer to her as sister.
Just bought a Saint Victor my first new AR. The other was bought used. I will clean it before I take it to the range to zero. Thanks
Reid, so glad to see you are back on you-Tube.....miss your Common sense approach to the Constitution and the unalienable rights of Americans!
Kool video. I started using Lucas gun oil. It's a polymeric oil. That means it sticks and bonds tightly to the metal. Froglube is another.
What happened to the famous Reid method using wheel bearing grease? It's all over my bolt carrier group from your previous vids and works great! Thank you for all you do!
Same here! It's cheap and stays put.
@@colddeadhand7414 not to mention alot of greases like red and tacky have anti corrosion stuff in them
This video was perfect. Not too long, super detailed, and patriotic af!
Ladies, remember what Reid said about the smell of Hoppes 9. If you want to catch your guy, put some on. Im telling you, id fall for a lady that has a hint gun cleaning solvent about her. 😎👍🇺🇸
Second that!
I was shooting clays and someone said if they only made a womans perfume like burned powder!
Thx for this. Just got mine today.
What about bearing grease?? An older video you did years ago, you said running it 'wet' wasn't really necessary. And I've been running mine like that with bearing grease ever since. Why did you change it up?
EXACTLY!!!
Once you're finally im gonna do a military inspection. And like they did us after spending about 15mins cleaning our weapons cimming in from the feild. Our company commander always said you missed a spot soldier. Keep up the great work..
No more high temp wheel bearing grease?
Picking up my 1st AR this week. This vid is just what I needed.
Thanks
I never thought I would see the day when Reid FINALLY bought into the gun lube market 😂 That EWL30 is too good not to like folks.
For the buffer tube and spring. It's good to use a tube of white lithium grease and grease the spring and tube up really good. Over the years I've noticed just using oil doesn't do it justice. After you lube it with that it will be super smooth. Just a little advice.
We need you making videos now more than ever brother. I hope you start back up.
I like that you can be cleaning your rifle, as if your there with him. REID has a great attitude, some day I'll take a trip to Valor Ridge.
I put on his older rifle cleaning video Every time I clean mine
Reid, you always used to use wheel barring grease on your BCG slides. Why the change?
EWL 30 is my favorite. Ballistol is my backup and what I put in a bag because of its multiple uses.
What happened to the grease Reid? You move somewhere cold? ;)
I love grease in the summer, but oil in the winter.
Good to see ya Thank you just got my first myself.
Most important information in this video is that Reid's a Kreator fan.
THANK YOU, HOPPES #9 , Frank Hoppe had tis figured out a long time ago. You dont have to spend alot of money on all the Market saturated cleaners. Yes , swap down that Hog , with Hoppes, and Enjoy your new Rifle. Don't over Scrub your gun barrels to fanatical standards. As a Competition shooter once said, I clean my barrel, every 200 shots. But Obviously, keep a thin coat of Oil in barrel, ect to prevent rust.
Make Carry Handle Rear Sights Great Again.
Especially on my 20 inchers!!
Any new purchase, checking feed ramps and gas block/pins should be on the list as well to ensure roll pins and/or set screws are tight.
If you’re really comfortable, removing the barrel to ensure some grease/anti seize on the barrel and upper receiver where it attaches is imperative if you ever plan on replacing the barrel, free floating Handguards, etc
NO LOCTITE ANYWHERE (except maybe on your optic mount screws)
When my wife and I were in the dating she thought I used cologne after the gun range to cover up gun powder smell. She didn’t know at the time it was hoppes #9
I have a Stag arms 16" Carbine. Since 2014 I have taken almost a dozen classes with her and don't know how many rounds I've fired. She a workhorse, so dependable so sturdy. I'm more than happy with my stag. I have several more expensive, fancier rifle but my stag is my go to.
I've got a Rock River that's the same!!
A few years ago you recommended just using red bearing grease to lube the BCG. Have your views changed?
What are your new recommendations?
Thanks, as always.
Slip2000 #30
He literally says in the video.
@@Kenny762c I understand. I was referring to this:
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At 8:30 of the linked video.
@@m8driver578 I know what you're referring to, I've seen all his videos. But you asked what his new recommendations are and he say it in this video. Slip2000 30 weight.
Dude your video is spot on. If anyone has a fun, they don’t need to pause this. Thanks man :)
“I like the chemicals“, my man!
How often should you swab out the gas tube?
The pressure cleans it out every time you fire.
It happens every time you pull the trigger with one in the chamber. Think of it this way, there are 5.56 suppressors that don't come with cleaning instructions because the pressure is supposed to blow out the shite.
Clean the end of the gas tube in the upper where the charging handle is especially if the powder is corrosive (most rounds are not). But that’s only for deep cleanings.
Reid, the only thing I do different is I double check that everythin's torqued to Spec. I've only purchased 2 ARs (one a budget and one mid tier, and both had parts that weren't torqued to spec).
I've been cleaning with Hoppes #9 for 60 years bare handed, and I don't have finger cancer yet LOL.
Great How To Video.
“Hulk hogan tight”, I prefer the German way “Goodntight” lol
I must be really old! Back in the day, it was " Tighter than Dick's hat band'.
Lop-Wa Rooster Cogburn
@@allengrant guten teit!
Good $hit bud! Just bought one and haven't shot it yet. I'm cleaning and oiling it tomorrow! Thanks man.
Everytime an AR is purchased, a baby angle is born.
One can use a heavy grease in the buffer tube, spread a thin coat on the inside of the tube. Silences the spring totally, buffer runs easier too.
She'll run dirty, but she won't run dry. FACTS watch Vickers Tactical, LAV says wetter is better. He even did a video where he completely saturated an AR in oil, then fired it. He ended up wearing a lot of oil but he was trying to prove a point, don't run 'em dry ! Better to have too much lube than not enough. If a Delta operator says so, listen.
Thank you for that very informative video. I picked up my first AR-15 a few months ago. Beautiful Sig Sauer m400. Not to be mistaken for the tread or snake bite. This one has the a2 front post I've got the carry handle on it blah blah blah blah blah. Everything that you did I have done with the exception of lubricating the buffer spring. I got so annoyed every time I would hear that grinding sound. I just did the exact same thing you did I squirted a bunch of lubricant right into my palm got it all over that spring and now that grinding sound is gone. Thank you again. Stay safe and God bless.
Wait, Reid what happened to grease my man? I been greasing my guns because of you
Me too it changed up on me what I was thinking lol
Reid, Your way of cleaning your guns is precisely like way. Thanks.
*Takes me back to the Army and doing it blind folded in less than a minute!*
This comment gave me aids
It used to take me 3 minutes to disassemble and reassemble my M60 while wearing a blind fold.
The riflemen were just amazed it could be done. 🇺🇸
@Joe Biden wants your kids to jump on his lap *A word of advise.... Always place things in the exact same order when you dismantle your rifle. It will become muscle memory after a bit.*
I know this is an old video but I enjoyed watching it none the less. I never cleaned new firearms before I watched this the first time. Now, every gun I buy, regardless of if it's used or new, I clean it before I shoot it for the first time.
When SHTF, I want to come up and join up with you all.
Well you better get there now and meet up. Cause after shtf, you guys wont be able to just walk in.
You’ll have to circumvent the road blocks.
WHEN THE SHFT! What do you call this past year? Prep time?