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(Originally published on Tactical Life) Customizing your AR for a caliber-specific scenario is as easy as pulling two pins. The modular characteristics of the AR platform make it one of the most versatile weapons systems ever designed. You can swap out upper receivers for a specific need, like CQB and home-defense work, or change the […]
(Article originally published on Tactical Life) Bushmaster has unveiled its new modern sporting rifle, the Minimalist-SD. Chambered in  5.56mm NATO and 300 AAC Blackout, the Bushmaster Minimalist-SD boasts an average overall weight of six pounds, an FNC treated 16-inch barrel, a Mission First Tactical stock, grip and magazine, and much more. MSRP is $1,169. See below for a […]
(Article originally published on Tactical Life) Sightmark’s Ultra Shot QD Digital Switch Reflex Sight (SM14000) is a special product in its own right, but the company decided to go out and improve upon the original with the release of the all-new Ultra Shot Plus The new version features several enhancements requested by customers. RELATED STORY: Pinnacle 1-6×24 TMD: […]
(Article originally published on Tactical Life) Wilson Combat has a solid history of muzzle devices, and its new Q-Comp might be the best yet. RELATED STORY: X-TAC Elite: Wilson Combat Introduces New 1911 Pistol The new muzzle device has been designed by Wilson’s compensator experts to greatly enhance recoil control in rapid fire without the harsh blast and flash […]
The AR-15 and its cousin, the select-fire-capable M4 carbine, have served the United States Armed Forces and many of its allies for nearly 50 years. Many of us know the history behind its selection and implementation, complete with all its growing pains. Today’s M4 is similar to the original M16A1, but advancements in machining, design, materials, […]
California has some of the most restrictive gun laws when it comes to specific types of weapons, and if you are considering moving to the Golden State and you have a few weapons for range day that you like well… it might be illegal.  We constantly read or view news reports on about how restrictive California Gun […]
Is the quad rail obsolete? The answer to that question is a resounding YES. In the not so recent past the rise of quad rail systems was stunning to see. It seemed like every week a new manufacturer was coming out with a new length rail system or a new fastening system to make their […]
Talking with ‘Nam vets is always a learning experience. They are a truly remarkable bunch of guys who accomplished a lot with very little. Â I am fortunate to know a SEAL who did some time during the heyday of Vietnam. Reading stories about the Brown Water Navy and SEAL/UDT Platoons in books were great but […]
With such a glut of manufacturers producing for the AR-15 market these days, it seems to be tougher and tougher for a company to stand out from the crowd.  Every now and then a company manages to dream up enough new to reinvigorate the market and inspire new builds around the country.  Magpul’s rifle furniture and the recent […]
Salient Arms is a well known player in the world of customizing pistols. The Las Vegas based company has been turning ordinary Glock pistols into high speed customized lead slingers for several years now. So you can image my excitement when two of my traveling companions the duo of B.K and The Odyssian waved me over […]
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