Anne Smith is a Veteran of the full time MNARNG force as a Small Arms Repairer and worked to bolster their marksmanship team. Mainly a technical writer and gunsmith within the Federal world she comes with many armorer classes under her belt such as KAC, Glock, every FN weapon in the book, and Small Arms Weapons Expert (SAWE). So, sorry to bore you with the knowledge that actually make firearms shoot. Currently heavily into the long range world she competes in National Rifle League Hunter and various Gas Gun Precision Series.

AR-15 Pin and Weld: Basic Questions and Answers

We often hear the words “pin and weld” when it comes to the AR-15 platform. Below are a few questions and answers that revolve around the whys of a pin and weld service and also some hows. Why do I need pin and weld? Without going into too much politics, Congress and the Bureau of […]

Armorer Wrenches on the Market

There's a ton of tools available if you want to work on your AR, but some are better than others. Let's discuss armorer wrenches on the market, the pros and cons of each, and some tips and tricks to basic armorer tasks.

AR-15 Springs That You May Forget to Replace

Part of maintaining your AR-15 is replacing worn springs. Here's a guide to often-overlooked AR-15 springs, and tips on how to replace them.

Straight Pistol Grips for the Precision AR Platform

A straight pistol grip makes a difference in your precision AR. Here are some of the options on the market, and matches geared toward Precision AR shooting.

The Blue Force Gear CHLK Belt: Perfect For Females

For women, most duty belts cause rubbing and pain throughout the day. Blue Force Gear fixed this issue though with their new CHLK Belt.

The Reasoning Behind Flared Magwells

A way to reload faster, doesn't cost a fortune, doesn't wear out, and is easy to install at home? Seems like a no-brainer to me. Let's talk about flared magwells!

What’s the Appeal of a Flat Trigger?

The preference for a flat trigger does have merit in certain environments. There are so many different triggers on the market, though, that it is important to know why you're choosing it.

CCI Blazer Brass 10mm Auto 180gr FMJ — Brass Case Reliability

Target ammo needs to shoot with zero malfunctions and be consistent in your gun. Brass case CCI Blazer 10mm 180gr FMJ is a great option.

Trash to Treasure: Upgrades to the PSA Dagger

PSA released the PSA Dagger over a year ago and it was a big hit. Most know it as the "half-priced Glock." Check out the upgrades we did on ours.

SHOT Show 2023: PSA Battlefield Line STG 44

PSA has released its Battlefield Line. This is a line of the most known historic war guns that there are, with some modern twists. The first gun in the line is the Sturmgewehr 44 from WWII.

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