Gun Builds & How-Tos

Tactical AK: Making the AK Modern Part 2

In today's installment of our Tactical AK series, we're covering modern rails for optics and accessories that are available for AK47 variants.

Tactical AK: Making the AK Modern Part 1

The modern AK world offers plenty of options to optimize your firearm. Today we're going over modernized products for the Tactical AK build.

RD 702 Custom Build: AK Build for a Bougie New Shooter

From the factory, the Rifle Dynamics RD702 comes with many modernized enhancements, but for this AK build, we threw on some additional customizations.

Building an AR-15 Part 5: Assembling the Upper Receiver

Last week, in Parts 1-4, we ordered parts and assembled the lower receiver of an AR-15 rifle or pistol. In this final installment of our Building an AR-15 series, I will cover the parts that need to be ordered for the upper receiver. Then, we can assemble the upper receiver and complete the AR-15. I […]

Building an AR-15 Part 4: Completing the Lower Assembly

In Parts 2 and 3 of our Building an AR-15 series, we installed the trigger assembly, bolt catch assembly, and mag release. The rest of the lower parts kit will be installed today.

Building an AR-15 Part 3: Trigger Assembly

In Part 2 of our Building an AR-15 series, we covered the magazine release assembly, bolt catch assembly, and front takedown pin. Now we are ready for the trigger group.

Building an AR-15 Part 2: Lower Receiver Assembly

This installment of our Building an AR-15 series covers ordering parts and assembling the lower receiver: mag release, trigger guard, bolt catch, and takedown pins.

Building an AR-15 Part 1: Where to Start

Building an AR-15 of your own allows you to pick out each part to make your rifle exactly what you want. Here's how to get started.

Converting Your AR Pistol into a Rifle

With the new ATF pistol brace rule, converting your AR Pistol to a rifle could be a good option until the courts can review the rule. Here's how.

SKS Magazines—the Best Upgrade You Can Make on Your SKS

The SKS never really stood a chance. But there's a quick fix that can make these gun-show bargains run much more efficiently: a solid detachable magazine.