Home Defense AR15 Build
IntroductionYour home is your refuge, and if you’ve got to defend it, you deserve every advantage that a rifle can offer.With a wide aftermarket and broad variety of ammunition, AR15s are a top choice for any kind of personal defense. Despite rumors, the 5.56x45 cartridge is not too powerful for home defense. With purpose-made ammunition, you can achieve low interior penetration—even lower than pistols or shotguns. When you factor in the AR15’s low weight, excellent balance, and simple manual-of-arms, its effectiveness shines when navigating corridors.But to get the most out of an AR, you must configure it to meet the challenges of its environment. Defensive carbine setups are often more complex than they appear, as the intricacies of close...[ Read More ]![The Gun Lover's Gift Guide [2019 Edition]](/core/media/media.nl?id=12990206&c=3901023&h=v0D3ah7A5vu6ZuqVgJco0ATurUDAtlzdGU74O4ZfZP3Zmdqu)
The Gun Lover's Gift Guide [2019 Edition]
Enthusiasts are tricky to please, so we’ve made a guide to give the gun-lovers out there a very Merry Christmas.Whether you’re shopping for yourself, your loved ones, or your coworkers, these items are certain to be a hit this season. You don’t have to break the bank—or even really break a $20. The perfect gift can come in any size and shape.So, let’s get straight into it, starting with the little gifts that can fit perfect in a Secret Santa or chimney stocking. [Under $20] Gifts for Secret Santa/Stocking-Stuffers[Under $50] Gifts for Friends[Under $200] Gifts for Good Friends[Above $200] Gifts for Family[?] Special Gifts [Under $20] For Secret Santa (Or the Stocking!)Buying for a gun-enthusiast? Have a strict budget? Not a problem.These ...[ Read More ]
How to Fix AR15 Malfunctions
Like any machine, your AR15 will never be 100% perfectly reliable.Parts will break, magazines will fail, and tight tolerances will loosen with wear. Even with ruthless maintenance, one unlucky clot of dust can shut down your rifle in an instant. With the right knowledge, you can fix most issues without spending money, but the wrong diagnosis can end up feeling like a wild goose chase.If you're new to fixing ARs, that’s alright. This blog details most common malfunctions, their origins, and a few solutions, so you can get started on a fix right away.If you know what you're looking for, skip to the section below...OvergassingBolt Won't LockBolt Won't UnlockDouble FeedsFailure to ChamberFailure to EjectShort-StrokingFailure to FireTrigger Malf...[ Read More ]
Rifle Ergonomics: Optimizing Your AR Setup
AR 15 Ergonomics an applied science concerned with designing and arranging things people use so that the people and things interact most efficiently and effectively. Even with a clear definition, few words are misused so frequently. You may hear infomercials tout it with impunity: ‘This duster broom is so ergonomic!’ or ‘Ergonomic phone case fits in your pocket!’ After a while, the word seems to lose meaning. In the end, even a brick is ‘ergonomic’ when compared to a cinderblock, right? ...[ Read More ]