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DIY PVC Target Stands: Cheap Stands for the Home Range

Needing to zero a rifle or get some trigger time but without a place to stick a target? We’ve all been there. Maybe the land you’re on is wide open and offers a safe backstop, but there’s just no range...

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Gunsmith 101: How to Install a Glock Trigger

One of the reasons Glock pistols are so popular is because they’re relatively easy to customize. Plus, they’re affordably priced, ruggedly built, and versatile. The top two parts most gun owners end up...

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AK-47 Upgrades: Why Add an Adjustable Gas Piston to an AK-47?

When I began this project, overhauling a stock WASR Romanian 7.62 x 39 AK, I really wanted to address the externals. AKs have always fascinated me, and I wanted to take one through a solid revision and...

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Improving the Mossberg 930 SPX Shotgun with OR3Gun Components

I first became acquainted with the Mossberg 930 SPX at Gunsite about 15 years ago. It had a lot going for it: 7+1 rounds of 12 gauge, a stubby 18.5-inch cylinder bore barrel, ghost ring sights, and a...

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Beretta APX A1 Carry: Installing a New Grip Module

After owning the Beretta APX A1 Carry for awhile, I’m not a big fan of how the grip feels. I think they should have widened it up some so it could hold more ammo. Maybe a double stack mag? The...

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Citadel Levtac 92: A Tacticool Lever Action Build

There are very few guns I have bought and sold that I honestly regret selling. Guns based on the Rossi 92 likely top that list as I’ve had three different ones now. They aren’t the best out of the box...

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AR-15 Gas Tube Guide: Selecting the Right Size and Installing

If you are building an AR-15 or planning to swap out the barrel, you may be wondering what size of gas tube you need. It can be confusing trying to figure out what barrel, gas tube, and handguard are...

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Walker’s Ear Protection: Modifying Existing Earmuffs to Fit a Combat Helmet

If you want the perfect combination of affordability and quality, Walker’s Razor Slim earmuffs are worth checking out. But finding ear protection for a combat helmet that doesn’t require a second...

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Reloading vs Factory Ammo: The Pros and Cons

Everyone loves to save money. For folks like me, a good deal on guns and ammo means more money for…guns and ammo. While it’s been a hot minute since my last firearm purchase, I’m a regular consumer of...

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The Ultimate Guide to Mounting a Rifle Scope

Got an optic that needs to be mounted? Well, you’ve come to the right place! Today, we’ll go over mounting an optic in detail and explain how you can get your variable magnified optic up and running....

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