AR-15

I always get excited about testing Daniel Defense rifles. They built the upper for the SOPMOD kits we had back in the day (and still do for all I know), and it was a huge leap forward over the old busted M4s we had prior to that. Black Creek, GA, has always turned out tough, high-quality products, and the M4V7 Pro is no exception.

A typical mil-spec AR-15 trigger breaks somewhere between 5.5 and 9.5 pounds, often with grit and creep you can feel through your glove. That is fine for a rifle built to the lowest common denominator. It is not fine if you want to hit small targets. Swap the trigger and the same rifle shoots better [...]

The best FRT triggers promise something that sounds impossible: a semi-automatic AR-15 that runs at a cadence close to full auto, with no NFA paperwork. A forced reset trigger, or FRT, uses the rifle’s own bolt carrier to push the trigger forward after every shot. You still have to pull the trigger for each round, [...]

There are a lot of AR companies. Some brands we know better than others, and when it comes to the smaller-scale manufacturers, it’s not uncommon for many to slip through the cracks of our awareness.

What works for one person may not work for another. Grips make a difference in weapon control and shooting comfort since the grip is one of the main points of contacts you have with the rifle.

Even though the Law Tactical Folding Stock Adapter adds weight and length, it may be worth it if you want to discreetly carry a 16-inch barrel AR15.

One manufacturer you might be unfamiliar with is Acme Machine, and we’re going to fix that by filling you in on the Acme Machine AM-15 25-216.

It might come as a surprise, but there are specific tools for the many intricacies of gunsmithing.

The InfiRay Outdoor RICO RH50 V2 is a solid choice for a thermal riflescope for nighttime predator hunting. It is packed with features you will use, has an industry leading warranty, and is on sale for less than $4,000.