Since its introduction there have been critics of the 5.56 NATO cartridge. Concern it’s capabilities has risen since the introduction of a new body armor.
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Check out this Post-Apocalyptic AR Build!
BY Max Slowik Published: June 7, 2017 { 12 comments }Thanks to Arfcom’s Raider14 the world now has a post-apocalyptic-themed AR rated to withstand up to 10 megatons of Road Warrior-grade ass kicking.
Quick Draw Your AR? Hornady’s RAPID Safe AR Wall Lock – Hands On Review.
BY Clay Martin Published: May 16, 2017 { 7 comments }This week, I got my hands on the new Hornady RAPID Safe AR Wall Lock. A pretty ingenious design, the safe basically covers over the important parts of an AR, like the safety, trigger, and chamber, with a cutout area for optics.
BRDC Creates AK Lever Safety for AR Pattern Rifles
BY S.H. Blannelberry Published: May 15, 2017 { 5 comments }You will soon be able to replace your AR safety switch with an AK-style safety lever for your AR-pattern rifle.
‘Gunsticles’ are Tactical Testicles for Your Black Rifle
BY S.H. Blannelberry Published: May 10, 2017 { 58 comments }Gunsticles are tactical testicles for your black rifles.
Bullish on the AR Market: Taurus Releases its 5.56mm T4SA – NRA 2017
BY Michael O. Humphries Published: April 30, 2017 { 25 comments }We know, it can be tough to get thrilled about a new AR these days. It seems like everybody and their uncle makes one, in every configuration and at every price point possible. So, why should we care about a new AR on the market? Because it is from Taurus, and first impressions seem to show that the company put some serious thought into what the AR consumer market wants today, and how to deliver it for a good price.
An Ultralight Sledgehammer: The DoubleStar ARC 300 – NRA 2017
BY Michael O. Humphries Published: April 29, 2017 { 9 comments }New at the NRA 2017 Annual Meeting is the DoubleStar ARC 300, which stands for “Always Ready Carbine.” The 300 BLK carbine is based on the 5.56mm Always Ready Carbine and features an extremely light weight of 6.7 pounds.
An AR-Based Grease Gun? CMMG’s New MkG45 Guard Carbine – NRA 2017
BY Michael O. Humphries Published: April 28, 2017 { 31 comments }Released at the 2017 NRA Show in Atlanta, Georgia, the CMMG AR-pattern .45 ACP Guard employs a patent-pending “Radial Delayed Blowback” system and feeds from .45 ACP-sized Glock magazines.
An AR for Home Defense? Clay, Drywall, Raw Meat & A Myth Busted!
BY Clay Martin Published: April 9, 2017 { 141 comments }When a homeowner uses an AR-15 to defend himself, the question arises … should we be worried about shoot through inside of our homes, and are pistols or shotguns a better choice than rifles? Basically, is a 5.56mm AR too much for home defense, or is it the right choice?
No Charges for Man who Shot Teen Intruders with AR-15
BY S.H. Blannelberry Published: April 4, 2017 { 83 comments }The 23-year-old Oklahoma man who defended his home with an AR-15 against three teen intruders will not face charges.








