Dean Caputo

Dean Caputo is a retired Sergeant with a Southern California law enforcement agency. He was on the job for 30 years. He was a supervisor in charge of the Force Training Unit since 1994. He implemented the patrol rifle program in 1995 and the previous carbine program in 1987. He is a Gunsite Rangemaster (Pistol/Carbine), Colt Factory armorer instructor for the AR15/M16 and 1911 platforms since 1997. He is a recipient of the Medal of Valor for off duty OIS.

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Building A Carbine

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Look at the market today and there are countless versions of the AR15 style carbine. You can even order the components to build your own customized version. Dean Caputo, a law enforcement officer and factory armorer instructor for the AR15/M4 platform, reviews the history of the AR15 style carbine, shows the progression of the carbine’s development, and then shows the viewer how to build three different versions, each with its own attributes and features. Dean also reviews accessories for your carbine and how to incorporate them into your customization or complete build. If you are in the market for a carbine or want to build your own, this is the video for you.

AR15 Armorer's Bench

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The AR15/M16 Diagnostics & Armorer’s Course will give you a detailed understanding of the AR15 rifle and all its variants including the M4 and M16. The course covers design, model variations, disassembly, assembly, lubrication, parts fitting, maintenance, and troubleshooting. After-market parts and modifications are reviewed. Dean Caputo, a law enforcement officer and factory armorer instructor for the AR15/M16 platform, will teach you how to keep your AR15 running properly and how to do limited custom work on your rifle.

1911 Armorer's Bench

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The M1911 Pistol Armorer’s Course will give you a detailed understanding of the model 1911 pistol. The course covers design, model variations, disassembly, assembly, lubrication, parts fitting, trigger pull adjustments, maintenance, and troubleshooting. After-market parts and modifications are reviewed. Dean Caputo, a law enforcement officer and factory armorer instructor for the 1911 platform, will teach you how to keep your 1911 running properly and how to do limited custom work on your pistol.