I do an overview of the Spear LT carbine in 5.56 and build it out to my preference and usecase. Join me for a lengthy discussion and my equipment choices for this build.
00:00 - Intro
0:01:19 - Spear LT discussion and origins
0:09:34 - Discuss potential barrel/handguard flex issues
0:11:06 - Begin field strip
0:12:48 - Remove handguard
0:16:20 - Loosen and then torque barrel retention screws
0:24:20 - Torque handguard retention screws
0:25:00 - Discuss removal of muzzle device
0:25:30 - Test barrel/handguard flex
0:27:20 - Complete barrel cartridge removal
0:29:00 - Arisaka zero retention clamp (not installed due to no instructions on hand)
0:38:58 - Lube, and reassemble bolt group/recoil assembly into receiver
0:42:18 - Begin optic and accessories installation
0:43:00 - Eotech EXPS0-1 and G33 Magnifier unbox
0:43:30 - Unity Tactical FAST riser and Omni FTC unbox
0:46:59 - Iron sights installation
0:57:30 - Magnifier mount and irons conflict
0:58:58 - WML installation attempt but mount is missing so it is omitted for now
1:00:50 - Vertical grip install
1:08:50 - Sig cheek riser upgrade which isn't one because I bought an identical to stock
1:10:35 - Sling QD cup installation
1:14:39 - Weight comparison with LWRC IC-A5 SBR
1:16:15 - Sig AR stock adapter test
Some of the items used on this build: (not sponsored)
Optic and Mount package bundle from WeaponOutfitters.com
ZZZ02910-EOT00609-EOT00598-UTL02453-UTL02445 Optic and Magnifiers with Riser BundlesUTL02453 Unity Tactical FAST Riser - Flat Dark Earth
UTL02445 Unity Tactical FAST-OMNI FTC Magnifier Mount - Flat Dark Earth
EOT00609 EOTech Holographic Weapon Sight - EXPS3-0 - Tan
EOT00598 EOTech Magnifier - G33 - Tan
Surefire Scout Light Setup (not shown in this video, but eventually added to build)
AMC02798 Arson Machine Co. Inline Scout Mount - M-LOK
SUR02288 Surefire DS00 Waterproof Switch Assembly - Surefire Scout Weapon Light Tailcap - Tan
MOD01317 Modlite Modbutton Lite Remote Switch (Surefire or Laser)
AMC00152 Arson Machine Co. M-LOK WireGuide System
Sig Sauer Parts and Accessories direct from Sig:
TAPER CAP, 5.56 BARRELS, 1/2-28 THREAD
SIG SAUER Stock Adapter Low Profile Tube - 1913 Folding
MCX/MPX SKELETONIZED STOCK RISER
Arisaka Parts:
ZRC-SPEAR-LT - MCX Zero Retention Clamp (Handguard: Spear LT Standard Handguard)
**SAFETY CAVEAT**
LOADING YOUR OWN AMMUNITION CAN BE DANGEROUS IF DONE INCORRECTLY. ALWAYS FOLLOW ESTABLISHED GUIDELINES PRESENTED IN PUBLISHED LOAD DATA FOUND IN VARIOUS LOAD BOOKS. PROCEED AT YOUR OWN RISK
LOW-BUDGET VIDEOS LIKE THESE MAY NOT PRESENT ALL FACTS NEEDED TO JUMP HEAD-FIRST INTO THIS HOBBY. WHILE I STRIVE TO ENSURE I DON'T PROVIDE FALSE INFORMATION, OR DATA WHICH MIGHT BE INCORRECT, I WELCOME ALL CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM AND COMMENTS WHICH WILL HELP ME MAKE BETTER CONTENT.
I RECOMMEND THOSE OF YOU VENTURING INTO METALLIC RELOADING, TO FIND SOMEONE WHO WILL MENTOR YOU OR SHOW YOU FIRST-HAND PRIOR TO INVESTING IN TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, AND COMPONENTS.
RELOADING CAN BE VERY REWARDING AND WHILE THE CONCEPT IS SIMPLE, THE DETAILS MATTER. RELOADING HAS A LOW BARRIER OF ENTRY, BUT A HIGH BARRIER TO MASTERING THE ART. COMMON SENSE PREVAILS, AS IN MANY OTHER THINGS
