We’ve been using a Vortex Razor HD GEN III on our personal go-to rifle for the past month or so, and have been very impressed with the optic’s clarity and overall usefulness. To learn more about the optic, we recently spoke with Jimmy Hamilton at Vortex.
Chad from School of the American Rifle shows you how to fix scratches on your AR-15. Yes, we know the AR is a tool and scratches are not a big deal…for most. If the scratches that you’ve gotten on your rifle really bother you, this is a method worth considering.
During a recent conversation with Scalarworks founder and president, Phil Bartoszewicz, about his Scalarwork Leap mounts, we discussed the genesis of what would be come the highly regarded Scalarworks Peak Sights.
A self-described “firearms machinist,” Dave Wilson’s name is repeated far and wide online wherever AR enthusiasts seek expert help with their builds. From pin and welds to full-on AR assembly, Dave Wilson at D. Wilson Manufacturing is a name that should be on your very short list should the need arise.
We’ve got more Vortex Razor HD Gen III 1-10 interviews and impressions incoming in the near future, but wanted to make sure we shared the following video we captured a few months back at SHOT Show.
Chad from School of the American Rifle shows methods how to test your AR-15 bolt’s gas rings and why testing a one-piece AR-15 gas ring can be difficult.
Chad from School of the American Rifle talks adjustable gas blocks. What are the caveats of using an adjustable gas block on your next AR build? What to look for in an adjustable gas block, and why a gas block that offers tactile feedback is preferred. Chad demonstrates how to prevent an adjustable gas block from becoming carbon locked, and shows us an example of what happens to a adjustable gas block if it is not properly maintained over time.
What are the best AR-15 upgrades you can do to enhance the function and reliability of your rifle? Author/Gunsmith Todd Gimian gives us an overview of how to wisely approach upgrading off-the-shelf or out-of-the box AR-15.
When building an AR, wanting to get the most for your money is a natural inclination. Author/Gunsmith Todd Gimian gives us an overview of how to build a quality AR-15 while sparing your bank account.
What is the best AR-15 upper receiver for your next build? Author/Gunsmith Todd Gimian gives us an overview of what to look for in an upper receiver, as well as several brands to research as you approach your next AR build.