The summary of ‘Introducing the Super Safety’

The video discusses the "super safety," an active trigger system for AR-15 rifles that enhances firing capabilities. The super safety has three positions and actively resets the trigger for quick firing. It is 3D printable, universal, and enhances firearm performance. The video covers how the system works, modifications required for installation, and the legal implications regarding machine guns. The speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding these mechanisms to ensure compliance with federal laws and provides free design files for creating the super safety.

00:00:00

In this part of the video, the host introduces the “super safety,” which is an active trigger system that replaces the standard safety on an AR-15. The super safety has three positions: left for safe, right for fire, and the middle position for semi-automatic firing. The unique feature of the super safety is that it actively resets the trigger into the ready position for rapid and efficient firing. The host demonstrates shooting with the super safety at the range, showing accuracy and speed capabilities. The super safety is 3D printable, and the video will cover how it works, where to find the parts, and how to assemble it.

00:03:00

In this segment of the video, the speaker demonstrates the functionality of the modified lower with the super safety feature. They show how the safety can easily be engaged and disengaged by pressing it back and forth. The video includes split times recorded using a shot timer, showing the performance of the super safety compared to a standard lower. The speaker explains the components of the super safety, including the cam and lever, which work together to ensure the safety system functions correctly. They also emphasize that the super safety design is universal and can work with any AR-15. The speaker elaborates on how force is transferred from the bolt carrier group to the trigger through the components of the super safety.

00:06:00

In this segment of the video, modifications to the firearm components are discussed. The selector detent needs to be rounded for smooth operation. The trigger tail requires polishing to interact smoothly with the cam on the super safety. Two cam options are available, with a two-position cam for easier polishing and a three-position cam requiring grinding the trigger tail. The order of operation for the firearm is explained as the sequence of events leading to firing and cycling.

00:09:00

In this segment of the video, it is explained how the AR-15 functions when firing a round. When the trigger is pulled, the hammer falls, hitting the firing pin and firing the round downrange. The gas system moves the bolt carrier to the rear, which then moves the hammer to the rear and engages the disconnector to prevent the hammer from moving forward. The lever transfers force to the cam as the bolt carrier hits it, rotating the cam and moving the trigger into the reset position. The bolt carrier then moves back forward, allowing the trigger to be pulled again. The explanation also delves into how the three-position super safety works with various cam surfaces engaging the trigger, preventing firing in the safe position.

00:12:00

In this segment of the video, the speaker explains the functioning of the selectable super safety mechanism in firearms. They describe how the cam system operates, allowing for both passive and active safety engagement. The two-position super safety is also discussed, outlining its simpler design with wider cams. The video emphasizes the importance of understanding these mechanisms to ensure compliance with federal laws regarding machine guns. The definition of a machine gun is provided, highlighting the requirement of firing more than one shot with a single trigger function. The speaker clarifies that even though firearms with super safety mechanisms may allow for faster firing, it does not classify them as machine guns. They advise viewers to consult legal experts before attempting to modify their firearms.

00:15:00

In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the concept of a “super safety” as a 3D printable project that is not considered a machine gun under federal law. The super safety is made using additive manufacturing, particularly with a wear-resistant nylon like polymaker pa-12 carbon fiber nylon. The speaker advises starting with a two-position super safety for better durability, as the three-position version may require a metal build for longevity. The super safety design files are available for free from the speaker’s website, and they recommend searching for “Hoffman Tactical” online to access these files. The segment emphasizes the availability of the digital files for individuals interested in creating their own super safety, with a suggestion to explore more on the speaker’s website.