
1911 80% Tactical Machining Build, Part 1: Intro
Not sure about your Tactical Machining 1911 80% project? Follow step-by-step from buying the paperweight & jigs, to tooling setup & custom parts selection.

Not sure about your Tactical Machining 1911 80% project? Follow step-by-step from buying the paperweight & jigs, to tooling setup & custom parts selection.

Learn how to tune your 1911 sear angles and sear spring to reach a crisp 3-4 lb trigger pull with some easy to get tools and supplies.

What's the difference between Brass and Nickel Plated Brass cases? We'll go over the pros and cons of each with regards to ammo and reloading.

Find out the narrow winner in our battle of the budget plated bullets between Xtreme Bullets and Berry's bullets. We cover price, appearance, and performance.

So you've heard about free target shooting on BLM (Bureau of Land Management) land? We'll go over how to find a place to shoot, rules & regulations, and optimum targets.

Did you know there are tons of state specific online ammo buying restrictions? This is by no means an exhaustive list, but here is a brief overview of some restrictions.

Learn what exactly is an AR-15 dissipator, its pros/cons, whether the design is still useful in this day and age, and recommended models.

Find out what exactly is the 30-06 M2 AP "Black Tip"? Is it armor piercing, how does it shoot in 30-06 rifles, and can you reload it into .308 rounds?
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Learn how to quickly prepare and cut the foam in your new Pelican case to fit your rifles, handguns, magazines, and more.

Learn what exactly is this 80% receiver you keep hearing about, it's legal implications, and some examples you can purchase.