Tech Tips

After years of the rifle market being dominated by semi automatic AR-15 variants, We have seen a resurgence of the bolt action rifle. One could attribute much of the recent expansion of bolt action technology being used to the competitive shooting world. Precision rifle competitions have been a driving force behind advances in both the... read more >>

The lower receiver on an Ar-15 is an important piece, but not a critical piece of the accuracy equation. It is important for a lower to be machined to the military specification so that we know parts will fit, and interface correctly. It is also important that the lower receiver is strong enough to handle... read more >>

While you may have heard of this new action shooting sport called “3 Gun”, I know there are still lots of people out there wondering what it’s all about and just exactly how it works.  Hopefully I’ll be able to do a couple of things in the next few minutes:  Help you get a better... read more >>

The true heart of any rifle is the barrel.  As explained in Part 2, for a flattop AR platform rifle, the barrel is the most important puzzle piece for accuracy. Since the intended purpose of the gun is to shoot varmints, and maybe a PRS gas gun match here and there, this rifle would benefit from... read more >>

The original AR-15 handguard was designed in a way to facilitate acceptable accuracy, protect the shooters hand from components that produce high levels of heat like the barrel and gas tube, and to protect those vital components from damage. Being manufactured from polymer, connecting to a delta ring around the barrel but, and securing to the... read more >>