What appears to be such a simple thing is actually just a little bit complicated. However, once you know the different sizes of AR stocks, tubes, and buffers, things get much easier. There are four basic configurations of AR buttstock mounting systems. All four use an extension tube that juts out the back of the […]
5 Great AR Rifles for Less Than $1,000
The great Obama AR-15 Sale of 2013 is over, sort of. Yes, fears about political shenanigans like green tip 5.56mm ammo bans and other nonsensical moves are driving sales, but we’ve moved on from the time when there were no AR-rifles of any type available on the shelves. In fact, as the market has chilled […]
SilencerCo Specwar 762: One Versatile Rifle Suppressor
I had a lengthy discussion with the SilencerCo dudes at SHOT Show about what I wanted to accomplish with a rifle silencer. And yes, I said silencer instead of suppressor. I’ll say suppressor too, as both terms are technically correct. Hiram Percy Maxim’s 1903 invention, patented in 1908, was in fact called the Maxim Silencer. […]
What a Difference a Trigger Makes
Gun shop wisdom says a good trigger makes all the difference. It should be obvious that replacing the trigger doesn’t have any physical impact on a rifle’s accuracy. It’s not like it synchronizes barrel harmonics to the tune of “You’re So Vain” or anything. A trigger doesn’t touch the barrel or impact flight path, yet […]
Three Gunning for Home Defense?
In a rare fit of advance planning and organization, I’m starting to think about what gear to use at this year’s Crimson Trace Midnight 3 Gun Invitational match. The event takes place August 12th through 17th in the high desert outside of Bend, Oregon, so I’ve got a little time. As the event title implies, […]
Weaver Tactical 1-5×24 Scope With CIRT Reticle: Short & Fast Or Long & Accurate
The Weaver Tactical 1-5×24 scope is a high-quality, well-constructed optic that compares favorably to other models costing twice as much. Available on the street for just over $700, it’s not a cheap Charlie, but you get what you pay for. Considering the features and performance, it’s a fantastic value. The optic itself is housed in […]
Gun Review: Rock River Arms 6.8 SPC CAR Rifle
When .223 just isn’t enough… Contrary to that provocative opening line, I’m not going to embark on a “nyah, nyah, nyha, this caliber is more betterer or less betterer” than some other. Instead, I’m going to take this opportunity to celebrate diversity. You know, like hippies. One of the reasons that the AR or MSR […]