Patrick Sweeney
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Patrick Sweeney is the author of many of Gun Digest books' best-selling titles, including Gun Digest Book of the 1911, Vols. I & II; Gun Digest Big Fat Book of the .45 ACP, Gun Digest Book of the AR-15, Gun Digest Book of the AK and SKS, Gun Digest Book of the Glock and Gunsmithing: Pistols and Revolvers, among other titles. A master gunsmith, Patrick is also Handguns Editor for Guns & Ammo magazine.
Gun Articles
Gun Review: The IWI ACE Rifle
The IWI ACE is an evolution of an evolution, which was then further refined.
AR-15
How To: Converting the AR-15 to Piston-Driven Operation
There are some solid benefits to converting the AR-15 to piston driven operation, but it can be a bit of an undertaking. Here's what you need to know.
Gun Articles
How To: Pushing SKS Upgrades to the Limit
SKS Upgrades? It almost sound like an oxymoron. But here's what can be accomplished by a truly determined fan of the rugged cold war relic.
AR-15
AR-15 Barrels: How To Chose The Best Fire Tube
Wading through the huge amount of AR-15 barrels on the market is daunting, but the selection process can be simplified if you boil it down to a few key factors.
Gear & Ammo
How To: Normal Suppressor Maintenance
Suppressor maintenance is a must, but overall the process of keeping a can polished and in working order is simple.
AR-15
Should You Replace Your AR-15 Buffer and Springs?
AR-15 Buffer and Springs article is an excerpt from Gun smithing the AR-15: The Bench Manual by Patrick Sweeney. The subject of buffers has been...
Gun Articles
How To: Testing the Potential of AK Accuracy
Over the years, the Kalashnikov has been pegged as a inaccurate firearm. But is it a fair assessment of the rifle? What can marksmen truly expect when it comes to AK Accuracy?
Gun Articles
Gun D.I.Y.: Improving AK Triggers
Stock AK Triggers are not known for their crisp, clean breaks. But there is something that can be done about this with some simple modifications or upgrades.