Category AR-15

Building an AR-style rifle is a great way to learn as a shooter, save money, and build a rifle that is distinctly yours. Here's all the parts you need, as well as info on choosing specific parts, and some gear we recommend. (Read)

Want to find the perfect AR-15 buttstock? We tested 12 of the most popular and choose our favorite ones for your different builds and budgets. (Read)

Want to combine the accuracy of an AR-15 with the power of an AK-47's .30 caliber round? We cover the most popular 7.62x39 AR-15 uppers and complete rifles. (Read)

So many AR-15 lower receivers out there...how do you choose? We cover the types of aluminum, manufacturing process, and our top picks of the best lowers at all budgets. (Read)

Want more control of your AR-15? We hands-on review some of the most popular options from traditional vertical grips to angled and even some special foregrips. (Read)

Should you shoot steel-cased ammo? Or simply stick with the more expensive brass-cased ammo? We go through the facts and set things straight with some simple rules to follow. (Read)

Got a pistol? Got a AR-15? Enter the AR-9 platform! Find out why they are great defensive guns and a couple of our favorites. (Read)

Shotguns, pistols, and rifles. What's the best home defense gun for you? We go over the pros and cons of each complete with favorite models and ammo picks. (Read)

The AR-15 is reliable but can still have some hiccups. We go over a couple of the most common AR-15 failures and how to fix them. (Read)

We walk you through some of the most ridiculous and worst accessories for the AR-15. If you want a good laugh, come see what made our list. (Read)

Want to find the best AR-15 for you? We start with how they work and important specs. Then we cover the best brands/models for all budgets. (Read)

We take a look at an assortment of weapons found among U.S. SOCOM teams -- from rifles to handguns to machine guns and even grenade launchers. (Read)

What's a co-witness sight with a red dot? What's the difference from absolute vs lower one-thirds co-witness? And how to do you zero a co-witnessed optic? (Read)

Wooo, an AR-15 pistol in 10mm! We hands-on test CMMG's new Banshee in 10mm for reliability, looks, accuracy, recoil, and more. (Read)