How to Install AR-15 Barrel and Handguard

In this episode, we're showing you how to properly install and torque your AR-15's new barrel with a barrel nut, torque wrench, and some other simple gunsmithing tools. We're also covering how to install a typical one-piece, free-float handguard that attaches to the barrel nut with a torque plate.

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