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Customizing Your AR-15: Tips and Tricks for Beginners

Individual customizing AR-15 rifle in a cold, forested setting.

Customizing your AR-15 is one of the most exciting steps for any firearm enthusiast. Whether you’re just starting out or have some shooting experience, making this rifle your own allows you to tailor it to your exact preferences. With its unmatched modularity, the AR-15 platform offers nearly endless customization possibilities that enhance performance, comfort, and […]

New ATF Final Rule Limits Use of Firearm Stabilizing Braces: What You Need to Know

Black matte pistol stabilizing brace with adjustable forearm strap for enhanced shooting stability.

]UPDATE! 11/19/2023 Federal Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk blocked the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) from enforcing a ban on arm braces for pistols, deeming the new rule unlawful. Judge Kacsmaryk’s decision covers the entire country!  To be continued…. On January 13, 2023, the Attorney General signed ATF final rule 2021R-08F, “Factoring Criteria for […]

What is a .300 Blackout?

Rifle cartridge with brass casing and copper bullet, featuring a polymer tip for performance.

.300 Blackout is a caliber designed on the 5.56/223 platform. It was designed for the US Special Operations units by the Advanced Armament Company as a replacement for the MP5SD. Special Ops wanted a caliber that had more power than 9mm while having the same sound level, and also being compatible with the M4/AR-15 rifle, […]

Building Your Own AR Upper vs Buying an Assembled AR-15 Upper

The AR-15 and its variants are very popular firearms in the US and all over the world. The AR-15 is a very accurate, and reliable rifle, which is why most militaries prefer it, however, as a civilian, you have an advantage that Military ARs don’t. You can customize and modify your AR to perfectly fit […]

Which Handguard Length Is Right for Your AR Build?

With any rifle build, you need to have a suitable handguard that you can use to hold the rifle with your support hand, and mount accessories on. These days, most people are opting for modern Modular handguards and rails on their rifles, however, if you’re unsure how long your handguard should be, you have come […]

What is a Gas Block / Gas Tube?

The AR-15 is a semi-automatic gas-operated rifle, which means that it relies on the gas created by the firing of the bullet to reload the gun. To be more elaborate, the AR-15 has a direct gas impingement system, which may sound complicated, but is quite straightforward. When the weapon is fired, the explosion of the […]

What are the Differences Between Muzzle Devices?

There are many different muzzle devices you can attach to your AR-15 or any other rifle for that matter, however, many people don’t seem to know the exact difference between the different kinds of muzzle devices. Muzzle breaks, Flash hiders, and Compensators are perhaps the most common muzzle devices, excluding suppressors. These devices serve vastly […]

A Quick Guide to AR-15 pistols – Everything You Need to Know

Having an SBR can have a lot of advantages. They are easily concealable, lightweight, and perfect for close quarters combat situations, like home defense. However, as you all probably know, Short Barreled Rifles or SBRs are a controlled item, and you need to pay a tax stamp and do some paperwork to own an SBR […]

How to Use Your AR-15, AR-308, AR 9mm or AK-47 in the Snow

In the winter season, most of the people avoid going outside for shoot due to the extremely cold weather and snow. However, that is not something called valid reason to not going out for shooting due to heavy snow or cold. There are always possibilities you should go to get familiar with the conditions. In […]

What are the major parts of an AR-15?

The AR-15 is the most adjustable weapon stage available. You can either purchase a total stock rifle or custom form your own starting from the earliest stage. Building an AR-15 may sound very scary, yet it is moderately straightforward! Regardless of whether you need to manufacture an AR-15, or overhaul your stock design, it is […]

What’s the difference between different barrel lengths?

As a standard guideline, longer barrels shoot projectiles quicker, more remote and more precisely than shorter ones. Longer barrels are likewise heavier and harder to move. Shorter barrels are increasingly appropriate for nearer commitment because of their length and lighter weight, yet they are not as precise at long range. Long range barrels are commonly […]

Which AR-15 barrel should I get? 4150 CMV Black Nitride or 416R Stainless Steel?

When it comes to building or upgrading your rifle, choosing the right AR-15 barrel is one of the most critical decisions you’ll make. The barrel directly influences accuracy, durability, heat resistance, and the rifle’s overall performance. Among the top choices in the market, two types of barrels frequently come up for discussion: 4150 CMV Black […]