What to Look for When Choosing an AR-15 Suppressor I pulled the trigger on my MK18 with a surefire suppressor mounted and looked back at Jason, an active duty military police officer, "That's actually still kind of loud" he exclaimed while replacing his Peltor headset onto his ears. And it was. An AR-15 chambered in 5.56 is never particularly quiet due to a variety of factors. … [Read more...]
The Arms Guide Guest Writer
So, How Many CZ Clones Are There?
Short answer — beats us with a stick. And we've been studying this for a while. Here is a very preliminary, rough and incomplete hack at the problem in mindmap form. As you can see, there are several ways to look at it: are the guns copies, clones, or inspired? The taxonomy is complex. Even breaking it down by nationality is difficult, as company names come and go. It all … [Read more...]
2A-Armament Regulated Bolt Carrier
Growing up competing in various forms of motor sports, I appreciate the fine details and skill needed to build a fast, lightweight and capable machine. Exotic materials like carbon fiber and titanium alloy as well as engineers willing to push the limits of lightweight designs in order to deliver a winning edge for their driver on race day. All of these qualities can be found in … [Read more...]
10 Tips For Concealed Carry Beginners
All fifty states now allow for the concealed carry use of a firearm in some manner, and more and more people are doing so. However, it’s not quite as simple a matter as it sounds due to the many rules and requirements involved with concealed carry wear. Confusion and headaches can be avoided if concealed carry wearers take the time to educate themselves before doing so. Below … [Read more...]
Glock 34 Perfect for 3-Gun
As 3-Gun competitions continue to sweep across the country with a flurry of popularity and growth, you may be considering to give it a go at some point. Within that decision lies many questions. Where do I compete? Are there different classes? What specific equipment do I need? In the next couple of articles, I will cover one of the key pieces of equipment needed to compete in … [Read more...]