The ArmaLite pattern rifle, specifically the AR-15, is arguably America’s most popular long arm. Villain-ized in the press, issued by the military, equipped in numerous video games, and kept legally in countless US homes… the famous “”black rifle”” is one of the most extensible and configurable firearms, yet so many users do little beyond attaching […]
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How to Build a .308 AR Rifle That Works: Compatibility and Engineering
Back in the 1950’s, Eugene Stoner designed the first modern modular rifle, the AR-10. The gas impingement operating system and buffer system offers a potential optimization which has yet to be completely fulfilled. If you want to build a .308 AR, let’s examine the easiest way to make your gun run, choosing the right buffer […]
Upper Receivers: 22 Complete Uppers to Transform Your AR
(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 […]
9 AR Rifles Under $1,000 For Your Holiday Wish List
(Originally published on Tactical Life) Firearm enthusiasts’ holiday wish lists can run up a bill pretty quickly because the guns they adore tend to have a hefty price tag attached to them. So we came up with a list of AR rifles that shoot like champions without breaking the bank. RELATED STORY: AR Pistols & Rifles: 20 […]