The TonyBen M14 Reference library

This video demonstrates the proper methods to keep your M14/M1A rifle lubricated for proper function

Perhaps the most essential M14/M1A video I've ever produced. This video will demonstrate the correct methods to disassemble and re-assemble your M14 or M1A rifle.

Lothar Walther is now producing M14 barrels in the US. This video showcases their first M14 barrel which also features their new, never announced, ICR rifling which boasts higher velocity gains over conventional rifling and perhaps even faster than 5R rifling. This is a detailed review of the barrel installation and some early range testing. Enjoy the video!

This video describes the proper installation and usage of the Basset scope mounting system which works in conjunction with the Bradley Cheek Rest. Both products are excellent choices for easy M14/M1A scope mounting.

The tilt test helps identify potential reliability issues in M14/M1A cycling and operation.

Correction! Two things I said in this video are incorrect. I mentioned that another YouTuber (WTF SoCal) drove out his clip guide implying he used a hammer. He actually pushed his out from left to right (still the wrong direction) with finger pressure. I also stated that the receiver dovetail is tapered. I learned that it is not. The clip guide is the part that has the taper and it is wider on the left side than the right by about 0.007" but still it must be removed the way I show in the video.

This is a re-post of my M1 Garand build and range testing that I did earlier this year. It came out superb and I am very happy with how it turned out. Hope you enjoy the video. www.tonyben@tonybenm14.com

This is a clip from one of the stages I did in 2019 with my homebuilt SOCOM-16. Vortex donated a Razor HD Gen II-E for this build.

This video illustrates the proper way to shim the gas cylinder and how to check the gas port alignment to ensure reliable cycling.

This video illustrates the proper method on how to install a Sadlak scope mount onto a M14 or M1A rifle.

This is part 1 of a 4-part series on the basics of glass bedding a M14/M1A rifle.

The only video you will ever see about building a M14/M1A from parts. M14's are built. AR's are assembled!

This video demonstrates the correct methods to install and headspace a bolt and barrel onto a M14/M1A stripped receiver.

This video demonstrates how to install the Shooting Sight NM adjustable trigger. This is an excellent trigger system and I highly recommend using it.

This is part 4 of a 4-part series on the basics of glass bedding a M14/M1A rifle.

This video explores Lothar-Walther barrels that are now available in the US.

This is a quick update letting you all know what I've been up to over the last two years and where I am now with my business and content creation. Visit my website at www.tonybenm14.com

This video covers the details of how I install Savage 110-style barrels and includes information I haven't seen in other videos. It's detailed but well worth the viewing if you want to know the in's and out's of Savage re-barrelling. The installation and checking the case head protrusion and bolt shroud clearance portion works with Rem/Age barrel installs.

This is part 2 of a 4-part series on the basics of glass/epoxy bedding an M14/M1A rifle.

This is Part 3 of a 4-part series on the basics of glass bedding the M14/M1A rifle.