The Editor’s File

Real Avid is a leader in firearm tools and continually develops new options for gun building and repair. One of their top options is the Master Gun Vise, a multi-axis bench-mounted position-locking vise, a design specifically for gun work. The workpiece can be quickly repositioned in any direction and angle with a Torq-Lok pin for applying heavy force. Removable and reversible Gun-Fit jaw sleeves provide a specific gun shape and a leveling knob for scope mounting and similar tasks.

The Smart-Assist Accessory System is a four-piece unit that includes a docking station, five-inch magnifying glass, 180lumen work light, and a cell phone holder that works with Avid’s workstations and vises for positioning tools in any place. Ever had a "three-hand job"? This provides attachments for as many extra hands that you need. Recently added is the Master-Fit Combo Pack for AR-type rifles.

The combo pack includes five specialized Crowfoot builder wrenches that fit the most common AR-15 assembly nut sizes and a heavy-duty 1/2" torque wrench. The titanium-coated stainless steel construction provides tight tolerances for solid nut-gripping strength and enhanced no-slip tool control. The Master-Fit Thin Castle Nut Wrench is a key component of the combo pack, as it’s specifically designed to fit pistol buffer tubes.

This type of buffer tube is thicker in diameter, preventing the use of a pistol brace, stock and your standard Castle Nut Wrench. The Thin Castle Nut Wrench is perfect for those who want to switch from a pistol brace to an AR-15 pistol buffer tube without any difficulties installing the castle nut. The Smart-Fit Vise Block Sleeve allows work on large-frame ARs with a precise fit and zero wobble.

It is designed to slide over the existing Real Avid Smart-Fit AR-15 Vise Block and eliminates any wiggle or movement while working on larger "adult size" AR-10 firearms. The sleeve can be used with an inverted lower receiver to work on pistol grips or allow easy access to the underside of your AR. It is a must-have tool for securing an AR when swapping trigger groups, servicing the lower receiver, installing grips and buffer tubes, or easily cleaning the barrel bore.

For more information on Real Avid’s line, visit RealAvid.com or call John M. Buol Jr. AmericanGunsmith.info