There is nothing particularly jarring about firing a AR-15. The Carbine length gas system has excellent reliability and the felt recoil impulse is more than manageable. The mid-length gas system is longer than the carbine gas system, decreases parts wear and lessens the recoil from the AR-15. Follow up shots and rifle control are simple with a good mid-length gas system setup. … [Read more...]
The Arms Guide Guest Writer
Elite Tactical Systems: Clearly Not Just Another Glock Mag
Is the Glock magazine from Elite Tactical Systems just another polymer mag? Not really. The ETS magazine has a few features not found on the run-of-the-mill options out there. Instead of using a black polymer like Glock and Magpul, ETS uses a smoked transparent polymer allowing the user to quickly visualize the status of the magazine. I know we've all scrutinized those tiny pin … [Read more...]
Rock Island Armory 1911, Mec Gar Magazines and More
Back when I was a blue-green horn, with a few minutes on the job, a buddy let me shoot his 1911. It wasn't what I expected. The smooth action, precision and control, were nothing I expected out of that pistol, nor did I know much about it. But I loved it, and told myself that someday I will own one. But with an average price tag of $1200, and more than that for the custom super … [Read more...]
Gluty AP-9 3D-Printed Pistol: Further Improved
Back in July, most of the bugs were worked out of the Shuty MP-1 by its designer, Derwood. With some help from Warfairy, who customized a lower design for the project, Derwood had redone the upper, improving the ejector in the 9mm pistol that uses Glock magazines and barrels. Here’s the July video, again. But it’s not in Derwood to rest on his laurels, so there’s … [Read more...]
Choosing your first Rifle Suppressor: Five Things to Consider Before Buying
Multi-Caliber / Quick Detach System For some folks, a suppressor for multiple calibers is a moot point since they only intend to suppress one caliber. Even if this is your current plan, a .30 cal. can that will handle multiple calibers is still a wise option because it is highly effective at suppressing smaller calibers. Also, you may branch out into other calibers in the … [Read more...]