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Best .450 Bushmaster Muzzle Brakes
Even though you can never completely get rid of recoil out of a .450 Bushmaster, you can still reduce it by adding a muzzle brake. Also known as a recoil compensator. A muzzle brake is capable of reducing recoil by as much as 50%. It depends on the ammunition that you are using as well ... Read more
Best .458 SOCOM Magazines
Most people overlook the .458 SOCOM for the AR-15, even if it increases your rifle’s stopping power. The .458 SOCOM is only as reliable as its magazines. Therefore, searching for high-quality 458 SOCOM mags rifle is a must. So, today, we’ll be looking at some of the best .458 SOCOM magazines in the market. Why ... Read more
Viridian Laser Sight – AR and Pistol: Review
Today, I’m going to review two Viridian laser products: one for your pistol and one for your AR. These days, it’s easy to buy a cheap laser to mount onto your pistol or rifle. This is because of the huge availability of Chinese imports and knock-offs online. It is tough for a bone-fide American company ... Read more
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[Review] Bear Creek Arsenal AR 7.62×39
I own a few AR-pattern rifles in various calibers and enjoy shooting them. I have guns in 9mm, .223/5.56, and now 7.62×39. So, I wouldn’t exactly call myself an AR expert but, as the saying goes, this ain’t my first rodeo where they are concerned. I know what works for me and what I like. ... Read more
Best Ruger AR-556 Accessories [Buyer’s Guide 2021]
If you’re looking for an entry-level AR-15 or a nice base to customize, you can’t go wrong with the AR-556. This gun is fairly affordable, and when it comes to customizing the sky’s the limit. Furthermore, any part of this gun may be replaced. I’ll take you through what the options are, what factors to ... Read more
5 Best 6.5 Grendel Muzzle Brakes
One of the most important aftermarket accessories that you can get for any rifle is the muzzle brake. People used to think that the only real application for a muzzle brake was with long-range precision shooters. The truth is that a muzzle brake is good to have for a variety of other applications, including tactical ... Read more
4 Best AR-15 Red Dot Sights
If you own an AR-15, you know the importance of a good sight. Red dot sights can help you get on target quickly without breaking the bank. It can simplify the whole shooting process with your AR-15. In this article, we’ll discuss the 4 best AR-15 red dot sights. After approximately 100 hours of research. ... Read more
Best 6.5 Grendel Bolts
So you’ve decided to shoot a 6.5 Grendel caliber. But did you know that you’ll need to change your upper receiver for that? If you already own a 5.56 AR-15, you need to change the bolt so that your rifle can shoot this round efficiently. More importantly, getting a quality bolt ensures that your rifle ... Read more
The 4 Best AR-15 Soft Cases
Getting one of the best AR-15 soft cases for your AR-15 is a cheap and simple solution to keep it safe during transport in any manner. The finest AR-15 soft covers provide a terrific lightweight and protection ratio that’s both light and adequate. Consequently, they’re resistant to all kinds of harm. Although AR-15 soft cases aren’t ... Read more
3 Best Ruger AR-556 Handguards [2021]
Are you currently looking for a new handguard for your Ruger AR-556? If so, you’ve come to the right place. The 3 best Ruger AR-556 Handguards: The Ruger AR-556 is one of the most popular budget AR-15s out on the market. While it’s a quality carbine, the handguard that comes standard on the AR-556 from ... Read more
Binary Triggers: What You Need to Know
Binary triggers allow you to shoot numerous rounds rapidly. Almost as if shooting with a fully automatic gun. This can be useful in many situations, and more importantly, it can be a lot of fun at the range! Getting your hands on one is relatively easy in most states. However, it is a serious issue ... Read more
AR-15 Lower Receivers: Our 6 Top Picks
The most appealing feature of the AR platform is its versatility, which enables users to configure a gun for a particular purpose. Thus, if you want your AR-15 to look classy, investing in a lower receiver is worthwhile. The lower receiver is the foundation of any AR-15. These seemingly insignificant pieces of aluminum make it ... Read more
Launch of the new Sniper Country (free AR-15 giveaway and more!)
Dear readers, Some of you have been reading Sniper Country since the original version in 1998! Booooy it’s been a long time! As you probably have noticed, the past few weeks have shown a lot of changes at SniperCountry. We’ve been working hard to make the blog better while keeping true to our love for ... Read more
PSA AR10 Review – Steak Features for Hamburger Prices
Summary Palmetto State Armory’s Gen3 PA10 platform (PSA AR10) is a solid and well-made performer in the AR-10 space, and at its price point (MSRP of $1349, but it can sometimes be found for $1179) it is tough to beat. PSA’s superb reputation for after-service support shouldn’t be necessary, but it’s comforting to know that ... Read more
[Review] Mossberg MMR: Best Budget AR-15?
Mossberg. Great shotguns, right? I own a decades-old Mossberg 5500, a lesser-expensive version of the 550 autoloader shotgun meant to be sold in box stores. I bought it long about 1986 or so and paid $199 for it, if memory serves. I got it a long-gone retail store called Service Merchandise. At any rate, I ... Read more
Best AR-15 Build Kits
Are you currently looking to put together your own AR-15 with a build kit? If so, you’ve come to the right place. Best Lower Parts Kit: Geissele Automatics Lower Parts Kit The Geissele Automatics Lower Parts kit comes with nearly everything that you need to complete the lower receiver of your AR-15. The parts are ... Read more
Best .224 Valkyrie Bolt Carrier Groups (BCG)
Are you currently in the market for a new bolt carrier for your .224 Valkyrie AR-15? If so, you’ve come to the right place, because we’re going to go over the top three best .224 Valkyrie bolt carrier groups that the marketplace has to offer. Best Budget Pick: Brownells M16 6.8mm SPC Bolt Carrier Group ... Read more
Best 6.5 Creedmoor Lowers
Are you currently in the market for a lower receiver for your 6.5 Creedmoor AR-10? If so, you’ve come to the right place. Best Stripped Lower Receiver: Lewis Machine & Tool AR MWS Stripped Lower Receiver The Lewis Machine & Tool AR MWS Stripped Lower Receiver is a solid pick for a stripped lower ... Read more
Best 6.8 SPC Barrels
The 6.8 SPC is a round that is designed to maximize performance out of the AR-15 carbine or rifle in ways that the standard 5.56x45mm NATO round cannot. However, the performance of the 6.8 SPC round will really only be as good as the barrel itself is. That’s why when putting together your 6.8 SPC ... Read more
[Review] Troy Industries A4 “Other Firearm”
I have always been fascinated by the idea of a carbine that shoots pistol-caliber ammo. This is not a new idea — pistol caliber carbines have been around since the days of the Wild West. So, it would come as no surprise that I requested a 9mm firearm from Troy Industries. They sent me their ... Read more
AR15/M16 Sightlink
The AR-15/M16 series rifle has matured into a remarkable system that has more accessories than any other weapon in the world. It has the right barrel twist and bullet making it very reliable and effective but unfortunately, the military spurned this with its’s 1:7 twist. The owner of Mounting Solutions Plus, Ned Scheer, patented a ... Read more
The History of the AR-15 and 5.56×45 NATO Cartridge
Table of Content The 5.56×45 Origins and AR-15 Initial Reviews (1950- 1960) The AR-15 Wading through the Muck (1960-1962) Questionable Results and A Breakthrough (1963) More Modifications to the AR-15 (1963-1967) Problems in Vietnam (1965- 1970) The 5.56×45 and NATO (1967-1980) Moving Towards Modernization (1969-2000) The 5.56×45 Modern Era (2000-Present) The 5.56×45 Going Forward Of ... Read more
AR-10 vs AR-15 – Comparison
If you compare AR-10 vs AR-15, there is very little difference in terms of style and function. Both are children of ArmaLite chief designer Eugene Stoner. Chronologically, the AR-10 came first, and the AR-15 resulted from a downsizing of the rifle and caliber. The difference in these two guns can be summed up in one ... Read more
AR-15 vs AK-47: A Battle as Old as Time
It’s a debate every gun guy has had. AK-47 vs AR-15. Old vs new. Soviet vs American. It seems that everyone has a favorite, and they are more than willing to tell you why. If you’re an AK guy, you know that no gun ever made has been more reliable than the AK-47. If you’re ... Read more
