There is often a lot of and misinformation and confusion about the relationship between AR-15s and M16s. This comes from a combination of politically charged rhetoric and classic misunderstandings. So we are going to go over the origins of the term “AR-15”, why it is different from an M16, and why they sometimes get confused […]
Today We Are Going To Compare 6.8 SPC And .308 Winchester. It certainly feels like there are new rounds on the market every year that do the same things as the old rounds on the shelf. So we’ll see what the differences between the two rounds are and what tasks they are best used for. […]
Theres a lot of confusion surrounding .308’s and many people would like to better understand the differences between AR10 vs DPMS vs SR25. Everyone knows that AR15 fits everything AR15 – and this is due to the mil-spec standard in place for the last 60 years. So the AR15 platform is pretty self explanatory. But […]
Spending Any Amount Of Time Online Around Firearms And There Is Going To Be A Time Where “Stripped Lower Receivers” Are Mentioned. Especially If You’re Into Assembly Or Building Your Own AR15 Or .308 Rifle But what is a stripped AR receiver? And how does it differ from other options on the market? We’re going […]
The Length Of An AR-15’s Barrel Is A Topic Of Discussion For Some People. How Long Should It Be? Are There Any Benefits For A Particular Barrel Length? How Does The Barrel Length Impact My Rifle? We’re going to answer some of these questions while exploring the nuances of barrel length. Legal Restrictions There are […]
When Customizing Your AR-15 Or AR-10, There Are Few Options More Confusing Than The Muzzle Device. Should You Use A Flash Hider, A Compensator, Or A Muzzle Break? What Is The Difference Between These Very Similar Objects? Does It Really Matter Which One You Pick? We’re going to go over some of the nuances of […]
Whether You’re Looking For New Parts Or Starting From Scratch You Will Encounter Different Coatings For Your AR-15, AR 10-308 80 Percent Lower Receiver, Or Similar Firearms. Mostly this comes down to two major options: Anodizing and Cerakote. But, what do each of these coatings do and why does it matter if your 80% receiver […]
A Good Grip And Stance Can Make A World Of Difference When You Are Shooting Your AR-15 Made From Your 80 Percent Lower Receiver. Controllability And Accuracy All Stem From How Well You Hold Your Rifle. But it’s not as easy as some people think. There are multiple good grips and stances for firing an […]
Trigger Pull Weight Of An AR15 Or AR10/308 Is One Of The Most Discussed Topics In The Firearms World Since The Pull Weight Is Usually One Of The First Upgrades People Gravitate Towards After Building Their 80 Percent Lower Receiver. But what is the best trigger pull weight for an AR-15? Does it even matter? […]
There Are A Lot Of Debates Within The Firearms World And One Of The More Surprising Subjects Is Using An AR-15’s Forward Assist Whether You Make It From An 80 Percent Lower Receiver Or Buy It Off The Shelf. Depending on who you talk to, the forward assist is a necessary part of the AR-15’s […]