For many of us this is the time of year that we either splurge on a new gun, an upgrade or take on that long put off project of building a weapon. For those of us newer to building guns starting that project by narrowing down what parts are going into it is the hardest […]
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The 50 States of AR-15: Unboxing the Lucid Optics L7 1-6×24 Blue Reticle from Wyoming
Lucid Optics was founded on the premise of combining the best features to match the shooters needs, and offering their optics at an affordable price. In the video we will be unboxing the Lucid Optics L7 1-6x rifle scope which will be used on the Wyoming rifle build. One of the really cool and unqiue […]
How to Build an AR-15 Upper Receiver – Forward Assist
Last week, we started our AR-15 upper build with laying out the tools we’ll be using. It is now time to start pounding some stuff and getting things installed into your AR-15 upper receiver. Specifically, I will be covering how to install the forward assist into a stripped upper receiver. Remember that not all AR-15 […]
An All-American Rifle: A Brief History of the AR-15
Both America’s foundation and its rise can be largely attributed to the effects of firearms and the men and women who used them. Guns were integral to the shaping of this country before it became a nation, and they carry a history of both salvation and subjugation for the peoples of America. To this day, […]
OffHand Gear Takes AR-15 Accessories to Another Level with New Chameleon Handguard Finishes and Matching Furniture Sets
Mesa, Ariz., May 22, 2017 — OffHand Gear brings a new level of uniqueness to their patterned AR-15 handguard line with the addition of several color-shifting, chameleon metallic finishes. This bold new finish is now available on their most popular 9”, 12”, and 15” handguards, and can also be purchased as part of a combination […]
Your AR-15 Isn’t Mil-Spec and That’s OK
“What do I need to be aware of when choosing parts for an AR-15 build?” This is one of the most common questions that I am asked on a weekly basis through my YouTube channel, Facebook or via email. To be honest, I find this to be a much broader and complex subject than some […]
How the AR-15 Won Me Back
A few years ago while I was writing for one of our brother websites in the Hurricane Media Group (Then Force12Media) in a rage of disgust over a series of issues I had with my AR-15 I vowed that I would and could never trust it again. Well that article sparked a whole list of […]
Tyrant Designs’ HALO Mini AR-15 Vertical Foregrip: Get your Gun Control in Style
Tyrant Designs, the creators of the skeletonized aluminum AR-15 grip, have come out with a new AR-15 vertical foregrip, the HALO MiniVert Grip. Light weight, with great aesthetics and high functionality, this new AR 15 fore grip is just the thing for your light weight AR build. I love the grip angle ergonomics, Depending on […]
Phase 5 Sloped QD End Plate for AR-15
Phase 5 Sloped Quick Disconnect End Plate (SQD-EP) It’s hard to get excited about an AR-15 end plate. But as QD attachments became increasingly popular, it was clear that the standard end plate would need to be redesigned to include a QD Mount option. When Phase 5 Weapon Systems Inc introduced the Sloped Quick Disconnect […]
Nordic Components Introduces Revolutionary AR-15 Suppressor Shield Handguard System
Nordic Components announces the NCT4, an entirely new handguard system for short-barreled, suppressed AR-15s. This patent-pending design allows users to extend the length of their handguard when using a suppressor. The NCT4 comes in two lengths, with either a 6.7″ or 9.5″ handguard to give maximum coverage on 7.5″ or 10.5/11.5″ barrels. The removable shield […]
