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[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!
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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!
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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.
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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.

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.

Want the easiest way to complete an AR 80% receiver? We hands-on review the 80% Arms Easy Jig Gen 3 with a full video and tons of pictures. It's worth it!
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AR-15 pistol caliber carbines (PCC) are all the rage. But we go a little retro with our Colt AR-9 build. Find out all the parts we used and how it runs.
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Trying to save money by building yourself? I walk through my favorite budget lightweight AR-15 build with a couple AT3 parts.

An AR-15 that takes Sig P320 mags? We hands-on review Matador Arms' Mag X adapter to see if it's reliable, worth-it, and actually useful.
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In gun-restricted California but still want an AR-15 for home defense? This is one of our go-to featureless builds.
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Want to build your own RECCE rifle? I cover what makes a great RECCE AR-15 and the all parts I chose from Aero Precision and other manufacturers.

Want the closest thing to a M16A4? Travis clones his issued modern musket to make the most ballistically advantageous AR-15 build.