Tag: AR-15

Video: US MARINE – The Truth About Thumb Over Bore!

There’s not much that will create an argument more than asking “What is the best firing stance and grip?” in a forum of AR shooters. While everyone has an opinion and many feel theirs is the only one that counts. I’ll give you my quick answer – “The one that you are comfortable with and allows… Continue reading Video: US MARINE – The Truth About Thumb Over Bore!

It’s just a matter of time……

The House of Representatives is heading to be controlled by the gun-control friendly Democrat party. A new round of elections in the Senate, as well as the Presidential election, will be taking place in 2020. Nothing is certain as to the outcome. There is no better time than now to stock up on full capacity magazines,… Continue reading It’s just a matter of time……

Video: US MARINE – The Truth About Thumb Over Bore!

  There’s not much that will create an argument more than asking “What is the best firing stance and grip?” in a forum of AR shooters. While everyone has an opinion and many feel their’s is the only one that counts I’ll give you my quick answer – “The one that you are comfortable with and… Continue reading Video: US MARINE – The Truth About Thumb Over Bore!

How To Paint Your AR-15

I’ve made a few attempts to paint AR’s and the results were amateurish at best. While Cerakote and other specialty coatings are very popular(and expensive) – a good-ole paint job can do wonders to enhance your AR. The video below shows a great technique. Think I’ll try it on my next build. On with the show…… Looking… Continue reading How To Paint Your AR-15

Trajectory of the .223/5.56 Round in a Carbine

  With the popularity of the AR platform and the .223/5.56 round I thought it would be a good idea to review the trajectory of the round and common sighting ranges. Being a high velocity round the trajectory is relatively flat within a few hundred yards – past 400 the drop-off is significant. There are… Continue reading Trajectory of the .223/5.56 Round in a Carbine

From the Desk of John Rourke – August 21st, 2017

A little bit of a rant…. It’s everyone’s right to have an opinion on everything. Something to consider is whether to express that opinion or not. If you arrived at that opinion due to a complete lack of thought and investigation on your own then maybe just keep it to yourself…… Much of this is… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – August 21st, 2017

Video: US MARINE – The Truth About Thumb Over Bore!

There’s not much that will create an argument more than asking “What is the best firing stance and grip?” in a forum of AR shooters. While everyone has an opinion and many feel their’s is the only one that counts I’ll give you my quick answer – “The one that you are comfortable with and allows… Continue reading Video: US MARINE – The Truth About Thumb Over Bore!

Impression of the Mossberg 715T Tactical .22 Rifle

  Went shooting this past weekend and had an opportunity to take a look at his recently acquired Mossberg 715T. Modeled after the AR-15 it closely resembles an AR with a few significant differences. Here are a few observations: Sights are pretty good typical rear peep front post. Adjustable. Trigger is spongy but not very… Continue reading Impression of the Mossberg 715T Tactical .22 Rifle

From the Desk of John Rourke – March 9th, 2017

  I’ve been thinking of another AR project. Why not, right? The possibilities are truly endless with the AR platform and budget restraints d0 exist. I could build a 9mm carbine. That would be interesting though I have a Beretta CX4 Storm in 9mm that I am getting ready to start testing. How about building… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – March 9th, 2017

The “Patriot” Rifle AR Build

  My latest AR is the result of the “Katrina” rifle concept. Katrina rifle you ask? The term came about after Hurricane Katrina devasted the Gulf and left many residents in a state of WROL(Without Rule of Law). Widespread looting, lawlessness, and general civil unrest provide a very dangerous environment.  Add to this the absence of… Continue reading The “Patriot” Rifle AR Build

From the Desk of John Rourke – November 4th, 2016

Springfield Armory has released their version of the AR-15 – the “Saint”. I got a chance to lay my hands on it in a non-shooting inspection and handling session. I like it. A lot. At the street price of around $869 it is not super inexpensive nor out of reach for most. I have a… Continue reading From the Desk of John Rourke – November 4th, 2016

NO EXCUSES!!!! Build a Budget AR

Beyond the ever increasing threats existing in the world and the possibility that significant gun control could be realized after the Presidential election – having an AR-15 can be flat out fun! Although there are many models out there costing well over $1000 if funds are a challenge there is still hope. Just one example… Continue reading NO EXCUSES!!!! Build a Budget AR

Video: Completing An 80% Lower

There’s been some interest in 80% lowers and the process of finishing one. I have not completed one myself although I have seen the final product and talked to the machinist that did the work. If he chooses he can comment below this post on his experience. The product I am familiar with came from… Continue reading Video: Completing An 80% Lower

Video: AR 15 Mil-Spec Lower Build

A little while back I mentioned that when putting together an AR stripped lower I used YouTube to assist with assembly.  Laying out all the required parts on a table along with a laptop and then following a build video step by step makes everything extremely simple. Here is an example of one such video.… Continue reading Video: AR 15 Mil-Spec Lower Build