AR Workdarounds: 4 ARs That Aren’t Really ARs
ARES SCR: CALIBER: 5.56mm NATO; BARREL: 16 inches OA LENGTH: 37 inches; WEIGHT: 5.7 pounds (empty) STOCK: Synthetic, fixed; SIGHTS: None; ACTION: Direct impingement semi-auto; FINISH: Matte black;...
View ArticleM&P Masters: Smith & Wesson’s M&P15T Rifle
From the Magpul sights to the adjustable stock, the M&P15T is a complete combat package right out of the box. It also comes with a Magpul PMAG and traditional AR-style controls. On the range, the...
View ArticleDaniel Defense Introduces MK18 Pistol in 5.56mm, 300 Blackout
Perhaps the most sought-after rifle that Daniel Defense makes is its excellent MK18 short-barrel rifle. The MK18 is based on a USSOCOM requirement and considered by some to be the best battle carbine...
View ArticleGun Test: Remington Model 700 TAC21 Chassis
This isn’t your grandpa’s Model 700! Remington upgrades its legendary bolt with .338 Lapua power and the next-gen MDT TAC21 chassis. Shown with a U.S. Optics 1.8-10X MR-10 scope and Harris bipod. The...
View Article11 Weapons of the Special Operations Forces
SIG SAUER P226 NITRON Glock 17 M4A1 Carbine M249 Squad Automatic Weapon (SAW) Barrett M107A1 MK 47 Striker Benelli M1014 M67 Fragmentation Grenade Special forces perform extraordinary deeds, and...
View ArticleSemi-Auto Sniper: DRD Tactical’s Kivaari
During testing, the well-balanced, light-recoiling Kivaari handled well and produced tight groups out to 500 yards from field-expedient positions. The Kivaari breaks down easily for stow-and-go...
View ArticleGun Test: Daniel Defense’s DD5V1 Rifle in 7.62mm NATO
Daniel Defense is known for producing high-end rifles with unshakeable reliability, and the new DD5V1 continues that legacy. Shown with a Nightforce 1-4x24mm NXS, a LaserMax Uni-Max laser, and a...
View ArticleStealthy Sharpshooter: DRD Tactical’s CDR-15 Rifle
The CDR-15’s billet-crafted lower receiver features standard AR controls, an enlarged triggerguard, a flared magazine well, a Magpul pistol grip and a B5 Systems collapsible stock. Like the company’s...
View ArticleGun Test: Windham Weaponry’s R16SFST-308 Rifle
Windham’s R16SFST-308 offers extra range, power and reliability. Shown with a Vortex 4-16x50mm Viper scope, a Steiner DBAL-I2 laser and an RRA stock. The upper and lower receivers fit together tightly...
View Article24 New Rifles Ready To Handle Any Mission
2A Armament BLR-16: The new BLR-16 rifle from 2A Armament is a light rifle that maneuvers quickly and points well. It weighs in at a scant 5 pounds depending on the options you select. Liberal use of...
View ArticleBravo Company Releases 300 Blackout Line of Carbines
The following is a release from Bravo Company Manufacturing: With multiple phases of field testing by instructors from the BCMGunfighter Program and subsequent revisions/optimizations made by the...
View ArticleGun Test: Seekins Precision’s SP10 Rifle
The SP3R handguard has a flat base, providing a stable support for off-hand shooting. From its match- grade barrel to its 3-pound trigger, the SP10 was built to deliver top-notch precision in tough...
View ArticleExclusive Video: Palmetto State Armory’s MOE-Upgraded PSAK-47
A decade or so ago, AKs were inexpensive and offered shooters a battle-proven rifle design. Now, importation is banned from certain countries and availability of even U.S.-made AKs has dried up. In...
View ArticleM40-66: M40 Rifle Company’s Accurate Retro Rifle
The M40 Rifle Company has announced the role out of its retro style M40-66. Inspired by the original M40, the M40-66 rifle sports incredible accuracy (1/2 MOA). RELATED STORY: 24 New Rifles Ready To...
View ArticleRuger’s Top Shot: The 7.62mm Precision Rifle
Ruger's new Precision Rifle comes with several accuracy-enhancing upgrades, including a cold-hammer-forged bull barrel. Shown with a Nightforce scope. The Precision Rifle has upper and lower receivers...
View ArticleFN 15 1776: FNH USA’s Value-Driven AR Rifle
Photo by Steve Woods FNH USA’s new FN 15 1776 is an affordable, do-it-all 5.56mm carbine made for every American to get into the AR shooting world. Just add an optic and ammuntion and you’re ready to...
View ArticlePerfect Nines: Stag Arm’s Model 9, 9T Rifles
The Model 9 (above) and Model 9T (below) are dedicated 9mm ARs that use a simple blowback operating system for enhanced reliability. These Stags are perfect for home defense because the 9mm offers...
View ArticleAlpha Dog: Bravo Company’s RECCE-16 KMR-A Rifle
Paired with Trijicon’s tank-tough VCOG scope, the RECCE-16 KMR-A ran flawlessly with all of the test ammunition out to 400 yards. BCM’s ARs lead the pack with extreme durability, and the new RECCE-16...
View Article9mm Carbines: 4 Exceptional Pistol-Caliber ARs
CMMG Mk9 T: CALIBER: 9mm; BARREL: 16.1 inches; OA LENGTH: 32 inches; WEIGHT: 6.3 pounds (empty); STOCK: Collapsible; SIGHTS: None; ACTION: Blowback, semi-auto; FINISH: Matte black; CAPACITY: 32+1;...
View ArticleBuyer’s Guide: 20 Top Shot AR Black Guns For 2016
BARRETT MODEL 82A1 -- CALIBER: .416 Barrett, .50 BMG • BARREL: 20 or 29 inches WEIGHT: 31.45-32.72 pounds • STOCK: Synthetic SIGHTS: Front post, adjustable rear • ACTION: Semi-auto FINISH: Several...
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