Buyer's Guide
Best AR-15 Grips [Reviewed]: Ditch That A2
Having the right AR-15 grip is super important. We hands-on test some of the most popular and choose our overall winner, KISS grip, and long-range pick.
Ken Whitmore is a husband, father of two, and prior service United States Marine. He lives in Western Pennsylvania where he has enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, and shooting for the past 20 years.
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- U.S. Marine veteran
- Outdoorsman
- Hunter
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- Buyer's Guide
5 Best 6.5 Grendel Uppers [Hands-On]
Thinking of a 6.5 Grendel AR-15? We hands-on shoot 5 of the most popular uppers available so you'll know which to get for your purpose and budget.
- Ammo
5.56x45mm vs. 7.62x39mm: Ballistics Match of Tortoise and the Hare
5.56 vs 7.62...what's better? We cover the famous rounds of the AR-15 and AK-47 in terms of bullet size and velocity to see which is the overall winner.
- Builds
[Best AR-15 Builds] Pin & Weld Blue-Collar Duty Rifle
Treat yourself with a sub 16" barrel the right way. We go over a pin & weld duty rifle with all the DIY instructions included.
- How-To
How to Reduce AR-15 Recoil: Stance, Gas, Brakes, & BCGs
Want a softer shooting AR-15? We scientifically test recoil reduction from stance, gas, brakes, and lightweight BCGs to see what makes the most difference.
- Optics & Scopes
[Hands-On Review] Swampfox Arrowhead 1-8x
Looking for a sub-$500 low power variable optic (LPVO) in the 1-8x range? We hands-on review the Swampfox Arrowhead for glass, eye-box, price, and more.
- AR-15
.224 Valkyrie [Complete Guide]: Specs, Ammo, & Guns
Is the .224 Valkyrie by Federal the next caliber for you? We look at the ballistics, ammo pricing, best uppers, and best barrels to answer your question.
- Gear Reviews
[Review] Faxon .350 Legend Barrel: Hunting Ready
Looking for a great .350 Legend barrel? We hands-on review Faxon's 16" Gunner profile version for accuracy and its ability to take down deer.
- Optics & Scopes
[Review] Primary Arms SLx 1-8x Scope: Hands-On
Is a low power variable optic like the PA 1-8x for you? We hands-on review it for reliability, durability, box test, glass quality, price, and more.
- Gun Reviews
[Review] DS Arms (DSA) FAL SA58
The FAL is the "right arm of the free world," but is a modernized version needed? We hands-on review DS Arms' SA58 variant for everything that matters.
- Ammo
[Study] Home Defense Overpenetration: Shotgun, Handgun, Rifle
We use ballistic gel and built interior/exterior walls to test shotgun, handgun, and rifle loads to see the best ammo if overpenetration is a concern.
- Builds
[Best AR-15 Builds]: 6.5 Grendel Hunting Build
It's time to utilize the modularity of the AR-15. Here's our build in 6.5 Grendel meant for hunting everything from woodchucks to coyote removal.
- How-To
[How-To Guide]: Accurizing the AR-15
Want to start a new accurate AR-15 build or trying to DIY accurize an existing rifle? We go over some of our favorite tips, tricks, and parts.
- Builds
My AR-15 RECCE Build [Aero Precision Base]
Want to build your own RECCE rifle? I cover what makes a great RECCE AR-15 and the all parts I chose from Aero Precision and other manufacturers.
- Gun Reviews
[Review] M1 Carbine (Auto Ordnance): Blast From the Past
Does the old M1 Carbine have a place in your collection? We hands-on test Auto Ordnance's reproduction for accuracy, reliability, ergonomics, and more.
- Optics & Scopes
[Review]: Swamp Fox Optics Liberator & Kingslayer Red Dots
Are Swamp Fox's new red dots worth the move from established brands? We hands-on test their Liberator & micro Kingslayer to find out.
- Buyer's Guide
[Review] Gunbroker.com: Fees, Laws, Potential Problems
Want to buy or sell on Gunbroker.com? We've done it a bunch of times and here's our review...from what it is (and isn't) to potential problems.
- AR-15
Building a Duty/Patrol AR-15 [What's the Difference?]
Not all AR-15s are equal. We cover the difference between a random AR and one suited for duty or patrol use. Plus our favorite build parts to get it done.
- Gun Reviews
[Review] Sig Sauer M400 Tread AR-15: A Cut Above
Looking for a great AR-15 that's a cut above budget starter rifles? We hands-on test Sig's M400 Tread for reliability, accuracy, worth-it-ness, and more.
- AR-15
Best AR-15 Rifle Twist Rate: Does It Really Matter?
Will the wrong AR-15 rifle twist rate hinder accuracy? We put this common myth to the test so you know the best twist rate for your bullet weight.
