Ultradyne, an American designer and manufacturer of advanced shooting accessories, has officially released the innovative X1 tunable muzzle brake specifically calibrated for .223 /5.56. The X1 enables the user to optimize barrel movement regardless of shooting technique, individual stature, or ammunition. The X1’s patent-pending Dual-Axis Door System is adjustable to accurately meter out the right […]
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What’s the Difference Between 5.56 and .223?
There is enough difference in performance between the 5.56 and .223 to warrant some consideration if looking at the two for a specific purpose. In some cases, you will want to be very picky about the type of round you are shooting based on your desired external and terminal ballistic performance. You may find that you need a certain type […]
Noveske Gen 4 N4 PDW | Don’t call it a comeback
“Don’t call it a comeback, I’ve been here for years…” Noveske Rifleworks of Grants Pass, Oregon has long been known as a premium market, high-quality rifle manufacturer. After the company lost founder John Noveske in an automobile accident in early 2013, many questioned how the company would fare without his leadership. When manager Sherri Johnson (Era3) […]
Is There a Difference Between .223 and 5.56?
The comparison between .223 and 5.56 isn’t a new one, so there is a lot of discussion to weed through to learn about the two. Ultimately, because they originated from the same cartridge, they are very similar, but that does not mean that they are necessarily interchangeable. This article discusses three key differences between .223 […]
Best Modern Sporting Rifle: AR vs AK
One of the fiercest, and longest running, debates within the firearms community is this: which is the better “battle rifle:” the AR or the AK. The topic has been done to death, so I thought I’d feature the two rifles in a different setting: working together. The video embedded above features an AR-15 and an AK-74. […]
Range Bag Tools: MagLuLa Loader
For virtually every model of modern firearm magazines on the market today, the MagLuLa Loader keeps things simple, efficient, and clean for long days at the range.
First Look: Armaspec XPDW Stock
The Armaspec XPDW stock was released at SHOT Show 2016 in Las Vegas this past January and once I saw it I was hoping I would get to try one on my Noveske short barrel rifle. Well wishes sometimes come true as I opened my mailbox on an ordinary Thursday afternoon and found an unexpected […]
American Built Arms Pro 5.56 Bolt Carrier Group: First Impression
The American Built Arms Pro 5.56 Bolt Carrier Group is a mil-spec unit made for heavy use. Specially manufactured on specialized high-end Swiss machinery, these bolt carrier groups have precise tolerances and beautiful surface finish. Because of the special manufacturing process, the ABA Pro is made with exceptional quality at a very ordinary price. When I […]