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Modern firearm accessories like scopes, lights, lasers, IR illuminators, and foregrips almost exclusively use a Picatinny rail to attach to your gun, but why is that? What has made Picatinny rails the defacto standard across the industry? Why are they so popular? And what separates a good Pic rail from a bad one? Let’s take…
Firearms are a useful tool for self-defense and hunting. But the opposite side of that coin is that they have great potential to kill or injure. As gun owners, we have a responsibility to ensure that our firearms are safely handled to avoid any unnecessary harm. In this guide, we’ll talk about why and how…
If you are wondering what a muzzle brake is used for, you are in the right spot. This blog post discusses and defines a muzzle brake, what it does, and why it can be a good add-on to your AR-15 or other guns. What is a Muzzle Brake? A muzzle brake is also called a…
The AR platform is growing in popularity for hunters. One reason to choose an AR-15 for hunting is that it is very lightweight, packs a tremendous punch, and hunters can easily customize the rifle to fit their body style, hunting methods, different targets, and differing hunting environments. Why an AR-15? The AR-15 is already…
What is an AR Receiver? An AR receiver, or frame, is the component of the gun that allows you to fire the unit. AR-15s have an upper receiver and a lower receiver. The upper receiver is not regulated, nor is it considered a gun. The lower receiver is regulated and considered the firearm. Its major…