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The AR is one rifle that will do almost anything, and that certainly includes hunting. By swapping upper receivers, you can run a variety of calibers through your lower receiver for a variety of pursuits. Or, you can assemble dedicated rifles for specific purposes — and with the proper tools and knowledge you can do it yourself.

Upgrades: Top AR-15 Parts And Accessories (2022)

No need to settle for a stock carbine. We’ve got the AR-15 parts and accessories that will get you rifle humming.
Armalite makes a 7.62 rifle. The older version uses modified M14 magazines.

Decoding The Nuances Of The AR-10 Lower

Understanding the AR-10 lower receiver is key to getting the rifle you want.
The Lyman Borecam Pro comes with all the goodies: Borecam, charging cable, adapter for every electrical system known to man, cleaning gear and instructions.

Getting A Peek With Lyman’s Borecam Pro

The days of peering down the muzzle to gauge the fitness of a gun bore are over. The Lyman Borecam Pro gives you an inside look at your firetube.
Fix It Sticks All Purpose Driver Kit

Maintain Your Gear: Fix It Sticks All Purpose Driver Kit

The perfect size to throw in your glovebox or range bag, Fix It Sticks’ new All Purpose Driver Kit makes light work of field repairs.
The Lock-N-Load Hot Tub holds an assembled AR upper—or, in this case, an MP5, complete with integral suppressor monocore/barrel.

Ultrasonic Gun Cleaners: Are They Worth The Money?

Yeah, they're expensive, but ultrasonic gun cleaners make quick work of keeping your firearms spotless.
Bison 6.8 SPC Barrel

4 Best 6.8 Barrel Options For Your Next AR Build (2021)

From nimble shorties to far-ranging match options, these 6.8 SPC barrels are at the head of the class.
Rifle Bedding STEP 8b

Bolt-Action Upgrade: Rifle Bedding In 12 Steps

Rifle bedding, not the simplest project, but the results downrange are often worth the effort.
Here’s how it works: The guide holds the punch, and the punch keeps the roll pin in place for your gentle installation.

The AR Builder’s Secret: Roll Pin Wizard

The Roll Pin Wizard saves your gun from unnecessary abuse during routine maintenance.
The Real Avid AR15 tool, with all the scrapers and tools opened. Notice that the sight adjustment tool comes off, so track it down if you lend it out.

Real Avid Gun Tool Core: Shooter’s “Duct Tape”

The Real Avid Gun Tool Core: something you need, will want ... and must acquire.
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Top AR-15 Upgrades From Top To Bottom

No need to settle for an off-the-shelf carbine. Find out the AR-15 upgrades that will have your gun running like a thoroughbred.
Fix It Stick 3-Gun Kit

Fix It Sticks Kits Keep Nearly Any Gun Running Like A Top

Fix It Sticks introduces competition-inspired 3-Gun and Long-Range kits, giving shooters the tools to troubleshoot their guns anywhere.
The tips are marked, so you know what sizes you have and can keep them straight.

Gun Maintenance On The Go With Wheeler Engineering

How do you face gun trouble on the go? The Wheeler Engineering Micro Precision Multi-Driver Tool Pen is one of the answers. How Wheeler Engineering...
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Boyds Spike Camp: Drop-In Stock Test

Boyds Spike Camp is very likely the best aftermarket rifle stock you can buy for the money. The proof is plain as the clover leaves on the target.
Real Avid Level-Right Pro 2

First Look: Real Avid Level-Right Pro Scope Mounting System

Vastly improving on the old methods to leveling a scope, Real Avid's Level-Right Pro ensures everything is squared up and ready to hit the mark.
This is one of the Colt rifles with the two-headed hydra takedown pin. Leave it alone and build on something else.

AR-15 Lower: Putting The Internals Together

Assembling the AR-15 lower shouldn't cause a brain cramp, but there are a few tricks to make certain it doesn't rattle like a jalopy.
Not only do you need a good wrench, you also need a way to hold the receiver. A clamshell or a reaction rod is just the ticket.

5 Areas Of Concern In The AR-15 Build

Constructing your dream rifle from scratch isn't knockout difficult, but there are some processes of the AR-15 build that get folks tied in knots.

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