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How To Tune Your AR-15 Gas System(Post)
There is an astronomical performance difference exists between a properly tuned AR and one that is not. In any gas-operated firearm, the gas system is responsible for cycling the action and chamberin
How Does an AR-15 Piston System Work?(Post)When purchasing an AR-15 for the first time or upgrading your current one, the gas system is an important consideration. Plus, AR-15 gas systems can be rather confusing if you're unfamiliar with the
AR-15 vs. M16(Post)AR-15 vs. M16 If you are the least bit familiar with guns, you have most likely heard the debate on whether the AR-15 and M16 are essentially the same gun. In reality, though they have a shared orig
How to Properly Use A Fore Grip(Post)The AR-15 design was converted from military to civilian operations by removing the select fire option from the rifle. While many of the available AR accessories are designed to make the platform loo
How to Improve Your Trigger Pull(Post)Knowing correct trigger pull techniques is crucial for accurate shot placement. Sure, there are some gadgets available on the market that can help with accuracy, but nothing beats putting time into p
What Are Fake Suppressors?(Post)A suppressor, also known as a silencer or can, is a small cylindrical device that fits onto the muzzle of a handgun or rifle and reduces the intensity of the sound during discharge. In some instances
Ambidextrous Upgrades: What’s Available and Why You Need Them(Post)One of the best things about the AR 15 is that it’s a completely customizable rifle. There’s a virtually endless amount of changes you can make to your weapon — you don’t have to ever settle for using
What Size Gas Block Do I Need for My AR-15?(Post)AR-15s are some of the most customizable — and most popular — firearms on the civilian market. Countless parts are available for building a configuration made to your specifications, but they must be
36 Great AR-15 Gift Ideas at Any Budget(Post)See the best AR-15 Gift Ideas Under $20 >> See the best AR-15 Gift Ideas Under $100 >> When you need to buy a gift for a friend or family member, you’re in luck if they happen to own an AR-15 and enjo
What is an AR-15?(Post)Updated June 23, 2021 If you have read anything in the media about what an AR-15 actually is, you know that the plethora of info can be confusing. The media definition of an AR-15 and what the “AR” in
What Does a Compensator Do on a Pistol?(Post)Whether you’re new to shooting, planning to customize your first pistol, or leaning into a new interest in handgun marksmanship, you might be wondering — what does a compensator do on a pistol? The p
Anderson Manufacturing Closure and What It Means for You(Post)It was recently made official that Ruger, one of the largest firearm manufacturers in the United States, is acquiring Anderson Manufacturing. While that’s fantastic news for Ruger and further strengt
AR-10 vs. AR-15: Which of Their Parts Are Interchangeable?(Post)The AR-10 and AR-15 were developed and released in the 1950s with similar designs, making it difficult to differentiate the AR-10 vs. the AR-15. Many parts used to create AR-10 and AR-15 rifles are i
How to Clean an AR-15(Post)If you own an AR-15, cleaning it regularly will be very important. By cleaning an AR-15, you’ll be able to improve its performance, make it more accurate, and keep it around longer. Here is a guide o
Common Gun Coatings(Page)There are many coating options available for the gun owner of today ranging from bluing to Tenifer™ to Cerakote. Each of these have its own unique benefits and properties. The type of coating...
Why Hunt With an AR-15?(Post)The AR-15 is an increasingly popular semi-automatic rifle that's used primarily for home defense and competition shooting. Recently, it's begun to gain more popularity as a hunting rifle as well. Rea
A Guide To CMMG Dissent Side-Charging Uppers(Post)The Dissent does not use standard buffer tubes The Dissent comes in a wide variety of calibers The Dissent has multiple barrel lengths The Dissent uses a Compact Action-Direct Impingement system CM
What Goes Into A Lower Receiver?(Post)The Lower Receiver contains most of the moving parts for an AR-15 They are divided among the buffer, trigger, and internal assemblies Many of these parts are customizable, but do not need to be Kno
Glock Compensators - What to Know(Post)Glocks are pistols you can upgrade endlessly, but perhaps the most important thing you can improve on any gun is your accuracy. Compensators are one of the simplest ways you can get better groupings,
What to Know About Suppressor-Ready Rifle Builds(Post)Suppressed rifles can be tuned for better performance Using a suppressor increases back pressure in the rifle There are different types of suppressors with different needs Tuned rifles can be picky
The History of the AR-15(Post)The AR-15 may have gotten off to a rocky start, but with some major and minor tweaks over the years, the same general concept and design remain prevalent in military service and the civilian market a
How to Fix the Most Common Rifle Malfunctions(Post)No matter how hard you work to maintain a firearm, rifle malfunctions will still occur every so often. Failure to feed, fire, eject, and chamber are among the most common malfunctions that impact
YOUR GUIDE TO CURVED VS. FLAT TRIGGER AR-15(Post)As you're building the perfect AR-15, there are a lot of decisions you'll need to make. One question seems to come up over and over: How do you decide between a flat vs. curved trigger? As you pro
How to Improve Your Shooting Skills(Post)Whether you're new to the world of firearms or you're a seasoned pro, there's always room to grow your skills. From getting to know your gun to working on stance and trigger control, these are crucia
Picatinny vs. M-LOK vs. KeyMod(Post)Updated October 11, 2022 Picatinny vs. KeyMod vs. M-Lok: Which one to choose is a dilemma that many gun owners face when considering a rail system for their AR-15 or another type of firearm. For most
A Guide to the 5.56 and .223 Cartridges(Post)If you were handed a 5.56 NATO cartridge and a .223 Remington cartridge, you likely wouldn't be able to tell them apart without peeking at the headstamp. These rimless, bottlenecked rifle ca
How to Choose the Best AR-15 Stock for You(Post)The best part about an AR-15 is its customizability. It was designed to be a modular platform that could be adapted to any kind of firearm: compact home defense weapon, shooting range toy, hunting rif
How to Clean Glocks: A Beginners Guide(Post)Glocks are iconic for a reason. These Austrian firearms are reliable, powerful, compact, and exceptionally satisfying to shoot.But do you know what sets them apart? Their serviceability. Every Glock w
AR-15 Pistol vs. SBR: What's the Difference?(Post)The AR-15 is an increasingly popular platform for gun enthusiasts in all fields, including competitive shooting, home defense and even hunting. This versatile, modular gun can be assembled in nume
How to Clean A 9mm Pistol(Post)Always clear your firearm before disassembly Most modern 9 mm do not need to be fully disassembled to clean Only use gun-based lubricants for the best results You do not need to clean your 9mm pisto