We recently sat down with Alex Bohl from Trajectory Arms to discuss how you can avoid common and costly mistakes when building an AR-15. As a professional builder, Alex knows his way around the AR-15, and has a unique perspective on the tools and parts needed to successfully build a hard-use AR.
Looking to make your AR as compact as possible while still retaining reliability and a barrel length thats not absurdly short? In that case, the Cry Havoc Tactical QRB kit might just be the solution you are looking for. The kit is currently used by the United States Air Force on their the GAU-5A Aircrew … Read more
Dave Wilson of D. Wilson Manufacturing is a true master of his craft, whether it be pin & welding, upper and lower assembly, shortening a barrel, custom modifications, and more. In this article, we sit down with Wilson to discuss building an AR-15, mistakes to avoid, when to seek help, quality control issues, his personal AR-based projects, and more.
Simple mistakes mental mistakes and bad gear choices may be holding you back from becoming a better shooter and a more capable armed citizen. To learn simple, practical areas where we can improve, we recently reached out to Mark Smith of JBS Training Group. We discuss a new course he’s working on, concerning trends, common gear mistakes, and more.
Installing red dot sights on your AR-15 is one of the first upgrades you might be considering for your new rifle. To discuss what you should be looking for, and to answer other common questions, we reached out to an expert on the topic, Freddie Blish.
Becoming better at competitive shooting isn’t just about having the latest, greatest gear. It also involves preparation, practice, good organization, and the proper mindset. To learn more about how we can boost our shooting skills, we sat down with John Hatcher of Sun and Shadow and discussed his company, lessons he’s learned about competitive shooting, and any advice he could share.
We recently sat down with David Rybacki of VKTR Industries to get an in-person look at the VK-1P pistol variant. The orginal VK-1 made a huge splash at TriggrCon 2023, winning the Triggrcon 2023 Golden Trigger award for the most innovative long gun. In case you missed it, check out our recent article with David about … Read more
In light of a recent conversation on shotgun vs. AR-15 online at Defensive Foundations, we reached out to Steve “Yeti” Fisher to learn more about the benefits of a shotgun for home defense, why you might consider one over an AR, and why training and familiarity are what matters above all.
We recently sat down with Steve “Yeti” Fisher of Sentinel Concepts to discuss his AR magazine preference and the case for the 20-round AR magazine. We explore what he looks for in an AR magazine, how to best determine if a magazine is safe to rely on, and in what cases he prefers to use shorter magazines, and more.
