We recently sat down with Chris from clonerifles.com to learn more about the state of building clone ARs in 2022, his take on the cloning community and its reputation, as well as a bit about the website’s background, what parts are getting hard to find, and some details on his upcoming clone shoot later this year.
While factors like craftsmanship, quality, and the like are critical, most people seem to neglect the reasoning behind their build choices. When building an AR-15, there are many variables to consider, and your choices must be informed by the results you tend to achieve. Once you start to focus on the “why” during your decision making process, a much clearer and informed picture will present itself.
AR-15 Precision Long Range Shooting? We reached out to the man who literally wrote the book on the subject, former Army Ranger sniper team leader Ryan Cleckner. His book, is an Amazon #1 bestseller and widely considered the go-to document on the topic.
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.
John Hatcher of Sun and Shadow gives an overview of the new Ridgeline RD15 LPR. We got our first quick look at the rifle tucked away at the Badger Ordnance booth at SHOT 2024, but this is the first time we’ve seen anyone go hands-on with the rifle. The rifle stands out due to its unique … Read more
John Hatcher of Sun and Shadow gives us a sneak peek into what to expect at this year’s Tactical Games Sniper Challenge, happening on June 15-16, 2024, at GTI. John shares insights on the competition’s design, the importance of fitness and accuracy, and tips for first-time participants. What is GTI? The Government Training Institute (GTI) … Read 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.