Buffer Systems Are an Often Overlooked Component of AR Rifles Quality Matters So, there are 3 parts to a buffer system, and they need to be balanced properly to make sure the rifle cycles are appropriate. The 3 things are the buffer tube, the buffer, and the spring. Most rifles come with the exact same…
What’s Thermal Fitting & Why Does it Matter There has been an age-old debate about AR rifles and bolt action rifles when it comes to which is more accurate. Ok maybe the debate is if ARs are as accurate as bolt actions. The clear answer to that debate has always been no because ARs have…
It Was Love At First Shot By: Nathan Mitchell The 8.6 Blk Out So, I’m sure you will be able to tell but, I’m in love with this round. In order to explain why I must explain how bullets work and maybe physics. So, we all know from paying attention in their learning institutes, F=MA…
Decisions, Decisions: The Choice Is Yours This is a common gas system question I get. What’s the difference and why did I choose a DI system over a piston. Well truth be told I originally wanted to make a piston system because they are said to be more reliable due to the lack of gas…
Billet vs Forged This topic is one that’s been mulled over for a while now but before we get into what the actual difference is I’ll just tell you how they are made. How They’re Made Billet uppers and lowers are made from one solid piece of aluminum. These are typically done in a CNC…
Let’s Talk Barrel Materials & Coatings By Nate Dawg So, on today’s rant you are going to read about barrel materials and why it’s one of the 5ish things you should look for in a rifle. This is for sure the most important when it comes to accuracy. If I can give you one piece…
Two stage Meditations: Controlling Pressure Points By Nathan Mitchell I was recently listening to the “We like Shooting” podcast and one of the subjects was about 2 stage triggers. There was a lot of debate and questions asked why they are even a thing and if they are even better. No one on the podcast…
The Subtle Art of Ambi Controls By Nathan Mitchell One of the new hotness topics that is out there is the full ambi controls on your AR15. What does this even mean? This means the charging handle, safety selector, bolt release and magazine release are all able to be manipulated on both sides of the…