Sometimes it is difficult for me to make up my mind for what accessory I want on my AR-15 over another. However, making the decision on what ambidextrous bolt release lever I wanted to use on my AR-15 (and any future builds) was an easy one. Allow me to introduce the Tactical Link Enhanced Battery Assist Lever (EBAL, or as I like to say it; the 'e-ball'). So, why was making … [Read more...]
Several weeks ago, I discovered the Talon Tool. This tool was specifically designed for cleaning behind the locking lugs in the barrel extension of an AR-15 or M-16. I suppose it is personal preference, but when I clean or service my firearms, I always try and get them as clean as possible (mostly because I always enjoy cleaning my firearms). Anyone who has attempted to clean … [Read more...]
Let's be honest: not everyone can (or wants to) justify spending $85-$90 on an aluminum stick with a handle. Even after I took the price into consideration, I ordered my Rainier Arms Raptor charging handle by AXTS last year as an upgrade for my AR-15. After I ordered it but before I received it, I felt like I had just purchased the Bugatti of charging handles and was slightly … [Read more...]
The title says it all. We have compiled a list of the the top five rifles never to buy. It's a short list to help you, our audience, save money and keep your stress level under control. Anyone who is honest with themselves, and has been a gun enthusiast for any length of time, will tell you they have made mistakes. We aren't talking about mistakes at the range that resulted in … [Read more...]
I was quite privileged to have been given the opportunity to test and evaluate the final design of Battle Arms Development's new Enhanced Takedown Pin (ETP) and Enhanced Pivot Pin (EPP) for the AR-15 variant of rifle. The video above shows my first real look at the ETP and EPP in the T&E package I received from Battle Arms Development. Along with being able to physically … [Read more...]
The problem with muzzle devices of all shapes and sizes is that many of them lack the evidence to back up many of their claims such as recoil reduction. That is where Vg6 Precision the makers of the VG6 Epsilon Brake are a little different. Most everyone reading this has shot an AR-15 of some variety with the standard tried and true A2 style birdcage muzzle device on it. Yes it … [Read more...]
