Last week, we started our AR-15 upper build with laying out the tools we'll be using. It is now time to start pounding some stuff and getting things installed into your AR-15 upper receiver. Specifically, I will be covering how to install the forward assist into a stripped upper receiver. Remember that not all AR-15 upper receivers have forward assists, so if yours does not … [Read more...]
When considering concealed carry for handguns, there are several options to consider for how to holster that self defense tool. In this article series, I'll introduce some of the more common methods with some of their associated advantages and disadvantages beginning with in-the-waistband holsters. Overview Advantages: fits many different styles of pistols, large and small, … [Read more...]
You've installed your trigger guard, but are you ready for the next step in building your AR-15 lower receiver? Let's install the bolt catch. If you'd like a visual reference for the installation instructions detailed in this post, check out the video embedded above. I've included the time stamp in case you want to jump to the point in the vid that details this step. As with … [Read more...]
Now that we've finished installing our safety selector and pistol grip, we've made it to the final steps in our AR-15 lower receiver build: installing the receiver extension, the rear takedown pin, and, finally, the buttstock. To look over what tools and parts I'm using for this build, check out this post. If you'd like a visual reference, the time stamps at each step heading … [Read more...]
Want to mount a suppressor on one of your firearms, own a short barreled rifle, or add a buttstock mod to your Glock 17? That means you'll have to deal with some BATFE (Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives) red tape as any of these alterations qualify your gun as a NFA firearm. The National Firearms Act, was originally passed in 1934 and restricted firearms … [Read more...]
When it comes to properly zeroing in your AR-15 rifle, there are many schools of thought on the proper way to do it. Personally, because of the help and information I received from from Mr. McQuay from M2Tactical, I will always zero my AR-15 rifles for 50 yards. Please allow me to explain why. In the video linked above, you will discover why a 50 yard zero for the AR-15 … [Read more...]
