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AR vs AK: Which is Better? - TheArmsGuide.com
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AR vs AK: Which is Better?

May 19, 2017 by Kevin 14 Comments

One of the fiercest, and longest running, debates within the firearms community is this: which is the better "battle rifle:" the AR or the AK. The topic has been done to death, so I thought I'd feature the two rifles in a different setting: working together. The video embedded above features an AR-15 and an AK-74. The featured AR, like many rifles of its type, is a custom … [Read more...]

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AK-47 vs AR-15: The Small Arms Showdown

April 25, 2017 by The Arms Guide Guest Writer Leave a Comment

The AR-15 has become the best-selling rifle in the U.S., while the AK-47 is one of the most widely recognized assault rifles on Earth. Both controversial weapons might be similar in appearances, but on closer observation, they are truly worlds apart. We go beyond all the tactical gear and accessories to compare the basic functionality and facts of these two popular … [Read more...]

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The last Sturmgewehr: German H&K G3 and the American PTR 91

March 18, 2017 by Mark Miller Leave a Comment

PTR Industries in South Carolina is building the PTR91, a semi automatic version of the well designed robust Heckler and Kock 7.62mm NATO battle rifle. Once used by the German military, the G3 has been popular in the export market, being adopted by the armed forces of over 40 countries. If you watch the evening news you will see that Mexico, Pakistan and Iran all still make … [Read more...]

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Performance Modifications For PTR91, C308, HK91 and CETME Rifles

January 2, 2017 by David Donchess Leave a Comment

The roller delayed blowback design in general is becoming more and more popular as time goes on, with the recent releases of several G3 and CETME style platforms that can be had for under $1000. The parts for modifications and magazines are often inexpensive and readily available in places that sell surplus gear. Magazines can often be found for about $5 a pop, and furniture … [Read more...]

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PTR91, HK 91, G3 Malfunction Sources

December 15, 2016 by David Donchess Leave a Comment

If you own a roller-delayed blowback rifle like the PTR91, or ever had the pleasure of using one, you will probably note right away that it is one of the softest recoiling 308 rifles you will ever fire. These rifles are known for their top notch reliability and tough and robust nature regardless of your neglect. That being said, these rifles are not devoid of issues. It is … [Read more...]

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PTR-91: A .308 Battle Rifle For Everyone

June 6, 2016 by David Donchess Leave a Comment

The PTR91 GI Model is a true Battle Rifle in every bit of the definition. It is durable, it has little recoil, it has great accuracy at range, and it is even modular. PTR really makes a winner with this model. This rifle has a long history before PTR got their hands on the blueprints and started making them in the US. The design can be a little finicky if not properly … [Read more...]

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