James Burton

ARBuildJunkie Editor in Chief, James Burton is a writer and shooter, immersed in gun culture since before he could walk. His earliest memories were smells of musty military surplus stores, his father’s large collection of H&K rifles and stacks of Soldier of Fortune magazine. Throughout his impressionable youth, family vacations were wandering the grounds twice a year at the Knob Creek County Machine Gun Shoot. Please feel free to reach out to James for story ideas and more at [email protected]

Precision Gas Gun Shooting Basics with Jeremy Tye

AR enthusiasts seeking new challenges and excitement can find themselves venturing into the world of long-range, precision gas gun shooting. One shooter fast making a name for himself in the world of precision gas guns is Jeremy Tye. We recently sat down with Jeremy to learn more about how he got involved in long-range precision shooting, his reasoning why 6.5 Creedmoor is king, and what sort of rifle is best suited for the task.

Range Fest 2025: Firearms and Family Fun at 5 Dogs Shooting Range

Range Fest 2025 is scheduled for Saturday, September 20, 2025, at 5 Dogs Shooting Range in Bakersfield, California. Hosted by Dirty Bird Industries, with support from Dirty Bird Guns & Ammo and AR15Discounts—the parent companies behind ARBuildJunkie—this family-friendly event offers a full day of firearms, demonstrations, and community connection. The range, located at 20238 Woody … Read more

Suppressor Covers – A Conversation with Burn Proof Gear

From time to time, you may come across an image of a suppressor on an AR-15 wrapped in a suppressor cover. Are these covers glorified fashion accessories, or do they have practical value that makes them worth purchasing? To learn more, we recently sat down with Alceu Aragao Jr., CEO of Burn Proof Gear.

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