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14 years 2 months ago #5257 by azshoter
Brass Catcher was created by azshoter
I came across this new style of brass catcher, bought one and just love it. I shot an AR-10 so I thought I would pass it along to everyone here.

www.catchyourbrass.com

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14 years 2 months ago #5272 by MrMarty51
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That looks to be a way nicer setup than the one I purchased,I think Mine will work OK after a few mods to support the bag and keep it from collapsing at the throat,for nine bucks at a gunshow I just had to try it,LOL :P
cgi.ebay.com/RIFLE-BRASS-BULLET-SHELL-CA...&hash=item51949c8484

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14 years 2 months ago - 14 years 2 months ago #5288 by MrMarty51
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Here is a simple solution to the collapsed bag syndrome{I think}.
I made this from cardboard but I will make another set from tin and then poprivet them in through the solid fabric.
I cut the cardboard about 1-7/8ths inch wide and kind of curved towards the lower end of the bag.
I uploaded photos and the how to dooos in the other brass catcher thread as it is the one with the most replies.

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14 years 2 months ago - 14 years 1 month ago #5330 by JustMe
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Here's a good article on Brass Catchers.

ezinearticles.com/?AR-15-Brass-Catcher--...eres-Why!&id=3375340

AR 15 Brass Catcher - Most Are Junk and Here's Why!
By Wes Wilkinson

There are a number of brass catchers available that will fit an AR 15 but not all are created equal. I reload my own ammo so it's important for me to save every single brass casing that I fire. Years ago I would fire through a magazine and then stop and police up my area, picking up all the brass. What a pain in that butt! I especially did not enjoy this exercise when there was snow on the ground and I had to dig through it to find the brass. Didn't take long to make my hands freeze and make me wish there was a better way.

So I started trying out different brass catching methods.

Obviously a brass catcher attached to your gun it probably the best way to go.

I picked up a really inexpensive catcher at a gun show to try out. Right away I was not impressed. The bag that the brass go into was made out of this mesh material that would snag on brush and trees. If I ever laid my gun down the mesh would always seems to snag onto something.

So my first recommendation is be aware of the material your brass catcher is made from. Mesh snags, plastic is loud. The best I've found is a heavy canvas like material. This doesn't catch or snag on stuff and it very quiet when you're stalking your game.

My next gripe with my first catcher was the way it attached to my gun. It was not very securely attached and when the mesh would snag it would pull the catcher off my gun. Also, the catching bag rested right against the side of my gun making it difficult to release the magazine.

If your catcher has any metal on it make sure it is rubber coated to that it won't scratch up your gun!

Once you go through a couple of magazines you will need to empty the brass catcher. This can be a pain as well. My first one had a zipper at the bottom of the bag that was hard to open and would practically jam closed if I got any dirt or mud in it.

I guess I sound pretty anti-brass catcher don't I? There are great brass catchers that work extremely well. Here's a list of what I would look for before you buy.

1. Cloth/Canvas bag for catching brass. Not Mesh or plastic. Think about noise and snags.

2. Securely and correctly attaches to your gun. Make sure any metal parts touching your gun are rubber coated or protected so they don't scratch your gun.

3. Check to see if the brass catcher is a 'good fit'. Make sure it's not in the way and you can get to your mag release.

4. Try to avoid release/empty mechanisms that can get jammed up with dirt. Zippers generally do this. Can you release your brass while the catcher is still attached to your gun?

I've tried a few different brass catchers and this is the Best Brass Catcher I've ever used. Check out www.vectortactical.com for the best AR 15 Brass Catcher.

Article Source: EzineArticles.com/?expert=Wes_Wilkinson



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