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How-To

[How-To] AR-15 Lights & Lasers Mounting + Cable Management

Wrangle those cables! We go through how to mount lights, lasers, and pressure pads with the best cable management tips. (Read)

Gear Reviews

[Review] Magpul D60 and D50 Drums: Are They Good Mags?

Everyone loves drum mags but they are notoriously finicky. Do Magpul's D60 and D50 drums make the cut? We hands-on review and offer tips. (Read)

How-To

[Guide] 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. (Read)

How-To

How to Build an AR-15 Upper Receiver: Ultimate Visual Guide

See how easy it is to build your own AR-15 upper receiver. Step-by-step with pictures, plus essential tools, recommended parts, tips/tricks, and two full builds. (Read)

Gun Reviews

[Review+Video] Faxon Bantam 9mm PCC: Glock Mags, LRBHO, & Indestructible

Looking for a PCC that's a cut above the rest? We hands-on review the Faxon Bantam 9mm AR-15 for reliability, accuracy, ergonomics, price, and more. (Read)

Builds

[Best AR-15 Builds] BRN-180 Fighting Rifle

Want a rifle fit to defend America from 1980s Red Dawn invaders? We start with a Brownells BRN-180 with a BCM lower. See what else went into our build! (Read)

Builds

[Best AR-15 Builds]: 6.5 Grendel “Yeet Cannon”

The meme might be dead but this AR-15 build featuring 6.5 Grendel is still going. Check out the parts and how they performed in our long-distance build. (Read)

Gun Reviews

[Review+Video] Daniel Defense DDM4 PDW (.300 BLK): Ultimate Shorty

Ready to buy once, cry once? We hands-on review the Daniel Defense DDM4 PDW in .300 BLK from reliability to accuracy, trigger, and worth-it-ness. (Read)

Gun Reviews

[Review+Video] Smith & Wesson M&P Sport II

One of our most recommended starter AR-15s, we hands-on review the Smith & Wesson M&P Sport II for reliability, accuracy, bang-for-the-buckness, and more. (Read)

Ammo

Federal M vs XM (5.56) and XM193 vs XM855

Confused? We quickly explain XM193 vs M855, X vs XM, 193 vs 855, penetration differences, and more. Plus our favorite brand recommendations for each. (Read)

Gun Reviews

[Review+Video] FN 15 Patrol Carbine: Classic Excellence

Looking for a classic AR-15 from one of the top manufacturers? We hands-on review the FN 15 Patrol Carbine from reliability to price, accuracy, and more. (Read)

Buyer's Guide

Best Historical Guns (That You Can Still Buy)

Our list of history’s greatest and most influential firearms you can still buy, either in their original condition or as a reproduction. (Read)

Gun Reviews

[Review] Palmetto State Armory (PSA) AR-15 Review

Is PSA worth it? We got our hands on three rifles in 5.56 and .223 Wylde. 1500 rounds later...we review their fit, finish, accuracy, reliability, and more. (Read)

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. (Read)
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