James Burton
Unforced Errors & AR-15 Mistakes to Avoid with Mark Smith of JBS Training Group
Simple mistakes mental mistakes and bad gear choices may be holding you back from becoming a better shooter and a more capable armed citizen. To learn simple, practical areas where we can improve, we recently reached out to Mark Smith of JBS Training Group. We discuss a new course he’s working on, concerning trends, common gear mistakes, and more.
Red Dot Sights for the AR-15 – An ARBuildJunkie Q&A with Freddie Blish
Installing red dot sights on your AR-15 is one of the first upgrades you might be considering for your new rifle. To discuss what you should be looking for, and to answer other common questions, we reached out to an expert on the topic, Freddie Blish.
Competitive Shooting with Sun and Shadow
Becoming better at competitive shooting isn’t just about having the latest, greatest gear. It also involves preparation, practice, good organization, and the proper mindset. To learn more about how we can boost our shooting skills, we sat down with John Hatcher of Sun and Shadow and discussed his company, lessons he’s learned about competitive shooting, and any advice he could share.
New for 2024 – A Closer Look at the VKTR Industries VK-1P AR Pistol
We recently sat down with David Rybacki of VKTR Industries to get an in-person look at the VK-1P pistol variant. The orginal VK-1 made a huge splash at TriggrCon 2023, winning the Triggrcon 2023 Golden Trigger award for the most innovative long gun. In case you missed it, check out our recent article with David about … Read more
Shotgun vs. AR-15 – A Conversation with Steve “Yeti” Fisher of Sentinel Concepts
In light of a recent conversation on shotgun vs. AR-15 online at Defensive Foundations, we reached out to Steve “Yeti” Fisher to learn more about the benefits of a shotgun for home defense, why you might consider one over an AR, and why training and familiarity are what matters above all.
6mm ARC Basics – What you Need to Know to Get Started
With the rise of 6mm ARC, we’ve been asked many questions on what it takes to get started shooting and if the round is perhaps overhyped. To learn more, we reached out to Eric Lee, owner of Sgt of Arms, who is building high-quality, competition-winning ARs, many of which are chambered in 6mm ARC.