Are you following the AR-15 upper receiver “how to” series? In this post, I will be covering the gas block and gas tube installation with the ones that I chose to purchase for my AR-15. There are a tremendous amount of different low profile gas blocks available on the market today, but these two appear […]
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How to Build an AR-15 Lower Receiver: Tools and Components
Building an AR-15 lower receiver is like putting together a 3D puzzle. Personally, I think that building an AR-15 lower is the most enjoyable and most rewarding part of the AR-15 building process. But, before we get to putting everything together, let’s cover the tools and components we’ll need. Tools: I have compiled a list […]
AR-15 Maintenance – Do You Need New Gas Rings?
Will your vehicle continue to run if you happen to miss your recommended oil change after 3,000 miles and wait until 5,000 miles? Yeah, I think it is safe to assume it would (I know I have done it). But, would the vehicle still be running if you didn’t change the oil after 10,000 miles? […]
AR-15 Rail and Muzzle Brake Fail
Check out this gem that was posted on Reddit a while back, some genius mounted a keymod rail onto their AR-15 that covered all the open slots of their muzzle brake. I wonder how many shots it took before their day was ruined. Read more at armoryblog.
AR-15 – Upgrading Your Extractor Spring
Having AR issues? I do too. Fortunately, troubleshooting issues on my AR-15s is something I enjoy. I am fond of it for two reasons: I get to learn from the experience, and then, more often than not, I’m ultimately able resolve the issue. On my most recent AR-15 building endeavor, I ran into a setback […]
A man on a mission: The 50 States of AR-15
The 50 States of AR-15 project will showcase various AR-15 components as well as give a behind the scenes look into the companies behind them. The project will consist of a AR-15 rifle build for each of the 50 states, build with as many components from it’s home state (where possible).
Good Things in Small Packages: Cain Arms Ultralight AR-15 Pistol Sling Mount
Cain Arms is a small 3D printing company which specializes in clever firearms designs. Their Ultralight AR-15 Pistol Sling Mount is the perfect way to attach a sling to a super light AR pistol build. Even if weight is not your main concern, this is a well designed and strongly built buffer tube set up. […]
Ultralight AR-15 Build Part 2 | The Upper
In part two of my ongoing series detailing an ultralight AR-15 build, I’m covering the upper receiver. Â The goal of this rifle is to come in under 6 lbs with for the rifle, suppressor and optic. Â Part I in the series dissected the lower, so let’s break down the parts list of the top half. […]
How To Zero Your AR-15 Rifle
When it comes to properly zeroing in your AR-15 rifle, there are many schools of thought on the proper way to do it. Personally, because of the help and information I received from from Mr. McQuay from M2Tactical, I will always zero my AR-15 rifles for 50 yards. Please allow me to explain why. In the […]
AR-15 Geissele SD-E Trigger – Full Review
Some may choose to drive a Honda while others may choose to drive a Mercedes. Either of these vehicles will get you from point A to point B by the use of four tires and an engine. However, the Mercedes will generally look nicer, will have more options, will have a smoother ride, and will […]
