How to choose a rifle scope for long range shooting

In this article, we will analyze all the other features that differentiate the many scopes on the market and that must be considered when choosing the best optic for your needs. Fixed or variable: Fixed scopes are of less complex construction. Simple construction equals more reliability, and that’s the reason why the military have used […]

Axelson Tactical ROC Competition Muzzle Brake | Review

Axelson Tactical was founded in honor of the memory of Matt Axelson, a SEAL who was killed in the line of duty.  The fact that I’m starting the review process of the ROC Competition muzzle brake the day after Memorial day is not lost on me.  Now that the day dedicated to the memory of […]

Watch: John ‘Shrek’ McPhee talks about his 2 point sling

Here we are taking another quick look at a product offered by SOB Tactical; the 2 point sling designed and sold by John ‘Shrek’ McPhee. Back in the day 2 point slings were all there was. As time evolved and gear evolved, the single point slings became more popular. In the Marine Corps we were […]

Why everyone should own military surplus weapons

In the recent past we featured an article on the top 5 best mil surplus pistols that were available on the market at the time. Now on the website we decided to dive a little deeper into the subject and tackle the issue of military surplus long guns and why at least one should be […]

Your AR-15 isn’t Mil-Spec and that’s ok

“What do I need to be aware of when choosing parts for an AR-15 build?” This is one of the most common questions that I am asked on a weekly basis through my YouTube channel, Facebook or via email. To be honest, I find this to be a much broader and complex subject than some […]

Shoot Straight: Caldwell Stinger

Caldwell’s Stinger solves some fundamental challenges with rifle shooting.  I had been resistant to the use of rests, perhaps as an old Soldiering habit.  Train as you fight, so shoot free-hand was the mantra.  All of that goes out the window however if you are truly trying to test, zero, or even teach with a […]

Watch: How to paint your AR-15 / M4 Rifle

In the following video I take a quick moment to discuss some of the finer points of painting a rifle. Materials needed, patterns and color are all discussed while I demonstrate how I paint my rifles. This article was originally published on the Loadout Room and written by Garand Thumb

Long range shooting: Barrel vibration & accuracy

Are you getting the most out of your long range precision shooting rifle? In this part of our series, I’ll start talking about long range rifles: how to select them, and how to improve their performance. Let’s start by discussing inherent accuracy and the main factor that determines it: barrel vibration. Inherent Accuracy The inherent, or intrinsic, […]

PDW Stock Roundup

Once a year or so, a company comes out with a new product that is all the rave.  Soon, three or four other companies are producing their own version and we see many new builds using that product pop up all over the interwebs.  Such was the case with PDW styled stocks.  PDW (for personal […]

Eotech replacement? Here are your best options

The Eotech models of red dot optics made by L3 Communications have been an iconic piece of military hardware since the Global War on Terror started in 2001. These sights have been issued to hundreds of thousands of members of the police, military and law enforcement communities throughout the world. It is almost as popular […]

How to Build a .308 AR Rifle That Works: Compatibility and Engineering

Back in the 1950’s, Eugene Stoner designed the first modern modular rifle, the AR-10. The gas impingement operating system and buffer system offers a potential optimization which has yet to be completely fulfilled. If you want to build a .308 AR, let’s examine the easiest way to make your gun run, choosing the right buffer […]

Days of Guns: A Navy SEAL’s CZ-550 Sniper Rifle

The CZ (Ceska zbrojovka “Czech Armory”) 550 is a solid rifle I’ll give it that for sure.  It is what I’d describe as a middle of the road “utility” gun.  In the SEAL Teams a “utility” weapon was one that you could use for multiple purposes (close quarter battle or sniper ops).  Mine came chambered […]