Category AR-15

Find out the best AR-15 upgrades across the entire platform and different budgets. Learn why we chose each item and how they perform in our test builds. (Read)

BCM has a stellar reputation. See if their Recce-16 AR-15 deserves it. We hands-on review it for reliability, accuracy, ergonomics, looks, and more. (Read)

AR-15s are a dime a dozen. But the Springfield Saint Victor packs tons of upgrades in a well-built and light package that makes it a deal at under $1000. (Read)

Want to direct gas and concussion away from yourself and your team? Check out the best linear compensators on the market right now for ARs and AKs. (Read)

.300 AAC Blackout ammo comes in lots of flavors from training to home defense to hunting, we took a look at the whole range of ammo and picked out our top favorites for each type so that you can save time and money! (Read)

Confused about the best distance to zero your AR-15? We cover the most common battlesight zeroes and the easy to understand science behind it. (Read)

Frangible ammo isn't just for steel targets. We'll go over their potential use in hunting and self-defense. Plus our favorites for popular calibers. (Read)

Want to shoot 9mm out of your AR-15 but don't want to get a completely new rifle? We review Mean Arms' EndoMag which turns your 5.56 lower into 9mm. (Read)

Looking for the best AR-15 handguard for your purpose and budget? We cover free-floating and drop-in versions...and even some cutting-edge carbon fiber variants. (Read)

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. (Read)

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. (Read)

Want something different and super accurate? We hands-on test the Garrow Arms .17 HMR roller delayed blowback upper in our latest Best AR-15 Builds series. (Read)

Thinking of going long range with a .223/5.56 AR-15? We cover how we did it with our choice of stock (budget) rifle, optic, ammo, and more. (Read)

Looking for a unique featureless AR solution? We hands-on review the Ares SCR for ergonomics, reliability, looks, and more. See if it's right for you. (Read)