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]

2024 Tactical Games Sniper Challenge at GTI Overview

John Hatcher of Sun and Shadow gives us a sneak peek into what to expect at this year’s Tactical Games Sniper Challenge, happening on June 15-16, 2024, at GTI. John shares insights on the competition’s design, the importance of fitness and accuracy, and tips for first-time participants. What is GTI? The Government Training Institute (GTI) … Read more

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.

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.

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