Building an AR-15 lower receiver is like putting together a 3D puzzle. Personally, I think that building an AR-15 lower is the most enjoyable and most rewarding part of the AR-15 building process. But, before we get to putting everything together, let's cover the tools and components we'll need. Tools: I have compiled a list of tools that I recommend picking up or borrowing … [Read more...]
Dry fire is an important element to firearms training off the range. But, while it helps train skills such as, drawing from a holster, changing magazines, and trigger control, it can be monotonous and uninteresting. Fortunately, there are some ways to make dry fire training more interesting, like using the SIRT Dry Fire Training Pistol. https://youtu.be/fCQesTLqJTk SIRT … [Read more...]
We've discussed a few alternative self defense tools before, but here's a particularly interesting option: the Yellow Jacket iPhone case. Disclaimer: The Arms Guide is not a source of legal counsel. If you have questions about the laws regarding electroshock self defense tools in your state (or county), contact a legal professional. Baton Rouge-based Yellow Jacket has … [Read more...]
The Multitasker Series 3 is designed specifically for the AR-15. 'Wait, what? A multi-tool designed for the AR-15?' Yes; and now that I have had the opportunity to physically hold the touch it, gaze at it and use it; I would like to share my thoughts and experiences with it and explain its features. Aesthetics Some of you may already know that I am a big fan of aesthetics … [Read more...]
The Twist by Multitasker Tools of Marietta, Georgia is the coolest and most handy weapons specific multi tools I have had the chance to evaluate. In my years of writing for the firearms industry I've had more than my fair share of tools and gadgets come through my mailbox. A lot of them are wonderful and highly useful, some not so much. Sometimes as a writer it is refreshing … [Read more...]
Anyone who has ever built an AR-15 lower receiver can tell you that there is a higher probability for damaging the receiver when installing the trigger guard roll pin than any other component. The reason behind this is improper support of the “dog ears” or trigger guard tabs. It is crucial that these tabs be properly supported while forcibly pounding the trigger guard roll pin … [Read more...]
