Latest Interviews

Precision Gas Gun Shooting Basics with Jeremy Tye – Part 1

AR enthusiasts seeking new challenges and excitement can find themselves venturing into the world of long-range, precision gas gun shooting. One shooter fast making a name for himself in the world of precision gas guns is Jeremy Tye. We recently sat down with Jeremy to learn more about how he got involved in long-range precision shooting, his reasoning why 6.5 Creedmoor is king, and what sort of rifle is best suited for the task.

TacomHQ Alpha TARAC Optical Accessory – Is it Right for You?

After seeing a photo of a TacomHQ Alpha TARAC on a rifle and not knowing exactly what it was, we decided to reach out to the company that makes it to learn more. John Baker, owner, and founder of TacomHQ discusses just what the Alpha TARAC is, and why it might make sense to pair one with your red dot optic or LPVO.

Wilson Combat – A Conversation on ARs with Bill Wilson

We recently sat down with Bill Wilson, founder of Wilson Combat, about his company’s history with the AR platform. While perhaps best known for handguns, Wilson Combat is also known for its high-quality, duty-grade rifles in a wide variety of calibers.

Swampfox Arrowhead LPVO – A Budget LVPO Worth Considering?

We recently sat down with Michael Branson of Swampfox Optics to learn more about some of the company’s offerings, including the Swampfox Arrowhead LPVO. We learned a bit about the optic’s origins, pros and cons, details on the 1-10x offering, and more.

Holosun A.E.M.S. – An ARBuildJunkie Q&A with Steve “Yeti” Fisher

With the announcement of the Holosun A.E.M.S. or the Advanced Enclosed Micro Sight, we reached out to Steve “Yeti” Fisher of Sentinel Concepts, who has been using the new LED optic for several months. Fisher is our go-to source to learn about upcoming optics, and we wanted to get his first, but certainly not final, impressions of the new optic, learn about some of the features, and what firearms he feels the optic would be suited for.

Holosun Optics for the AR & More – An ARBuildJunkie Q&A

For many shooters looking for a relatively inexpensive red dot optic for their handgun or an offset red dot for their AR, a name that comes up is Holosun. The optics are often selected for their lower cost vs. U.S.-made optics, while still having a reputation for being reasonably well-made.

Swampfox Blade 1×25 Prism Optic – An ARBuildJunkie Q&A

We recently sat down with Michael Branson of Swampfox Optics to learn more about some of the company’s offerings, including the affordable and increasingly popular Swampfox Blade 1×25 Prism optic. We learned a bit about the optic’s origins, pros and cons, and more. Q: Michael, we’re new to Swampfox Optics, for readers like myself who … Read more

Primary & Secondary Training Summit 2021 – An ARBuildJunkie Q&A

This year’s Primary & Secondary Training Summit is fast approaching. With so many firearms owners seeking ways to rapidly improve their skills and survivability in an increasingly uncertain world, this year’s Training Summit seems an ideal destination. To learn more about what to expect at this year’s event, being held September 4-6th in Logan, Utah, we reached out to Primary & Secondary’s Matt Landfair.

Stag Arms Relocation and Recommitment – An ARBuildJunkie Q&A

We recently sat down Chad Larson, president of Stag Arms to discuss his company’s move to Cheyenne, Wyoming, his efforts to rebrand and refocus the AR manufacturer after a few years of turmoil, and more. Chad gives us an overview of Stag Arms’ history, challenges the company faced, and how he is helping breathe new … Read more

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