There has been a common thread among politicians and some other people who think the AR-15 is some magical device that is regularly used thousands of times each year for killing people. I can say unequivocally that this is simply not the case. If you look at the numbers put forth by the FBI, you […]
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How To Buy A Budget (Sub $500) AR-15, Right Now
A lot of people make fun of those of us who buy budget minded gear. But, here’s the deal: At the end of the day if you can only afford an AR-15 from a budget company like PSA, it’s better than not having a capable defensive weapon at all. Period. End of story. I’m not […]
Best AR-15 Manufacturers and Brands [2022]
Who makes the best AR-15s? Top Tier AR-15 Manufacturers: Bravo Company Daniel Defense FN Herstal LaRue Tactical Lewis Machine and Tool (LMT) LWRC Noveske POF SIG Sauer Geissele Best Mid-Tier AR-15 Manufacturers: Aero Precision Colt CMMG Best Budget Tier AR-15 Manufacturers: Palmetto State Armory Ruger S&W Rock River Why the AR-15? I think we can […]
Veriforce Tactical Overview
Looking for some color choices when it come to your AR-15 build? Or perhaps a large caliber upper for the same build? Then look no further than Veriforce Tactical. I had not heard of this company until recently when attending a gun writer’s conference in Texas, but found that they have some interesting options. Company CEO […]
What Are The Most Common Parts To Break On An AR-15?
The most popular gun in the United States is without a doubt the AR-15. There are millions of these rifles in the hands of everyday citizens and with good reason. The AR platform is a versatile rifle that is also capable in self-defense situations and for hunting purposes (yes plenty of people us the AR-15 […]
The Media Is Trash
The title of this article shouldn’t come as a surprise, we know that the mainstream media is trash and that they paint pictures with blurry brush strokes. Most of the people who work at places like CNN, MSNBC, or the like are lying sacks of horse manure. So, I really shouldn’t be surprised that people […]
Colt Issues Voluntary Recall on Modern Sporting Rifles
Colt’s Manufacturing Company recently issued a safety recall for some of their modern sporting rifle platforms manufactured from March 5, 2021 onward. The safety recall only affects a small number of AR-15 style rifles, but if you bought a rifle from them during that timeframe it is recommended that you check the serial number as […]
How Much Does An AR-15 Weigh?
There is a lot of misinformation out there concerning the dynamics of America’s Rifle, the AR-15. One of the most recent aspects about this semi-automatic rifle that is coming under fire is apparently how much an AR-15 weighs. So, we thought we’d come out and answer the following question: How much does an AR-15 weigh? […]
5.56 NATO VS 6.8 SPC Ballistics, Recoil, Etc
The caliber wars rage on. But I don’t handle this topic the same way everyone else does. My main goal with this blog is education and I only want to help you understand the facts about the calibers so you can make the best possible choice. I will choose a winner at the end of […]
Where Should I Mount The Red Dot on My AR-15?
I was recently wandering around a gun page where there is a healthy amount of discussion back and forth on various topics. One of the members posted a picture of his AR-15 and the red dot was mounted on the handguard’s rail. The member was accosted by the know-it-alls in the group, made to feel […]
