Latest AR-15

Practically Tactical – Personal Protection and the AR-15

The hosts of Practically Tactical are on the very short list of content creators regularly putting out credible, high quality, and honest information about firearms. To learn more about Practically Tactical, we reached out to founder and host, Nick Humphries. We discuss the importance of firearms training for personal protection, keeping an open mind, what to avoid when building a reliable AR, his personal rifle setup and much more.

Centurion Arms – Hammer Forged Barrels and Gas Blocks

We recently touched base with Monty LeClair of Centurion Arms to see what was new since we last spoke to him about his experiences with the MK12. In this article, we discuss Monty’s recent push to take production in-house, what he feels makes his cold hammer forged barrels superior to many others on the market, and why he feels many simply use “cold hammer forged” as a marketing term.

Triggrcon 2019 – Dead Foot Arms

Dead Foot Arms highlights their Dead Foot Arms Modified Cycling System with Folding Stock Adapter, a drop-in kit for the AR-15 platform. Other items include the G-Rex pistol brace and a prototype of the new Dead Foot Arms Sub-Compact Weapon System.

Common AR-15 Myths – School of the American Rifle

Spend enough time in online AR-15 groups and you start to notice some patterns…common AR-15 myths taken as gospel by both newer and more experienced builders. In addition, the cult of “good enough” remains pervasive, as does the sometimes irrational over-confidence in parts that come with a high-price tag. To discuss, we recently spent some time talking to Chad Albrecht at School of the American Rifle.

School of the American Rifle – AR Builder’s Q&A Part 1

Chad Albrecht at the School of the American Rifle is teaching students how focusing on the little things is of huge importance when it comes to a dependable, reliable AR. In part one of our two part conversation, we talk to Chad about the beginnings of the School of the American Rifle, common builder misconceptions, and discuss the ebb and flow of quality control within the firearms industry.

Colion Noir and the “Evolving Appreciation of the AR-15”

Colion Noir is a leading 2nd Amendment advocate and television host who has a passion for firearms…as well as an obsession with the AR-15. We recently sat down with Colion Noir to discuss how his passion for the AR platform started, what he looks for in a defensive carbine, advice for those new to the AR, his perspective on training and much, much more.

Steve “Yeti” Fisher of Sentinel Concepts – A Q&A

Steve “Yeti” Fisher of Sentinel Concepts is one of the most knowledgeable and sought-after trainers and experts on the AR-15 platform. We recently sat down with him to discuss his experiences with the AR-15, how new students should approach training, why a new shooter doesn’t necessarily need a super high-end rifle, and much more. In … Read more

Jared Reston – Training & the AR-15 for Law Enforcement

ARBuildJunkie recently spoke with Jared Reston of Reston Group about the AR-15’s vital role in law enforcement and just how critical it is for LEOs to seek out their own training beyond what they receive at the academy. We also discuss the true meaning of “proper mindset” and the actual real-world usefulness of competition shooting.

Battle Arms Development – A Decade of AR Innovation

On July 4th, 2019, Battle Arms Development celebrated its 10th anniversary.  We thought it was an opportune time to briefly touch base with its president, George Huang.  George graciously took some time out of his holiday to speak to ARBuildJunkie about both the history of the company as well as where he believes it’s headed … Read more

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