Category AR-15

Thinking of going .300 Blackout? Find out how it compares to the 5.56 in ballistics and knockdown power. Plus the best uppers and ammo out there. (Read)

Looking for the best AR-15 barrels? We cover our favorite manufacturers that we use in our own builds. Plus specific barrel models to suit your end purpose. (Read)

Want less recoil and vertical movement? We hands-on test 7 of the best muzzle brakes for recoil reduction, side blast, sound levels, and reticle movement. (Read)

Daniel Defense's DDM4ISR is a .300 Blackout integrally suppressed rifle built on the AR-15 platform...but is this pricey rifle worth the cost? We find out. (Read)

Want something other than 5.56 in your AR? We go over the best calibers and their conversion kits to make your AR feel like a new gun. (Read)

We run through the B&T APC9 Pro, a 9mm pistol caliber carbine, that might just rival the Sig MPX? But does it stack up? Come find out. (Read)

If you're a new AR-15 owner, or an old hand looking for recommendations, here's everything you need to know about picking the perfect entry-level mags. (Read)

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)