Reaching Out: How to Convert your AR-15 to a Long-Range Rifle <p><strong>This month</strong>, we are going out a bit further in terms of options. I know that there is some skepticism out there for the viability of long range (LR) 5.56. Yes, it is not the best cartridge for long distance AR shooting, but technology […]
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The best gun range bag has at least 15 items in them. The best shooters in the industry understand what they need while shooting at the range, and they keep these items in their bag. The less mental energy they have to use on “remembering” if they brought something, the better. They are focused on
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A gun range bag is just as important as the rifle you carry inside of it. Without the proper equipment or gear, going to the range is a waste of time. What you want in your gun range bag will differ compared to your other shooting buddies. However, there are some common items that every
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You own a gun, and you like to shoot it. But do you know what all great shooters have in their gun range bags? In this article, Bootleg will share some of the most common items alongside some of the must-have gear every great shooter ought to have in their range bags. As a gun
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Did you start your AR-15 handguard search online yet? Have you spent hours searching “best AR-15 accessories” in your favorite search engine? If you’re confused, overwhelmed, or have seventeen different handguards on your list, you’re not alone. A common hurdle for shoppers in the AR-15 accessory category is the abundance of options. When you look
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Did you know that the AR in AR-15 stands for ArmaLite? A common misconception has rattled around Western society that AR stands for “assault rifle.” In fact, the company that designed, produced, and manufactured one of the best selling rifles of all time would name their product in this way. As one of the most
The short-and-sweet answer is pretty darn. You will likely hear it time and time again from AR 15 enthusiasts: one of the biggest advantages this firearm has over so many others is how easily customizable it is, from the charging handle to the barrel length and beyond. As we discussed in our past blog, the
Choosing a handguard doesn’t seem like it’s that much of a decision; after all, it’s just an added bit of material to protect your hands as your AR’s barrel heats during firing. It’s not even a required component so, as long as it does the job, that’s all that matters, right? False. A handguard ought
For those of you who are new to the world of AR 15s, let’s go back to basics. To start with, let’s clarify something so you don’t accidentally put your foot in your mouth when it comes to this rather notorious firearm: the “a” and “r” of AR 15 does not stand for assault rifle.
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Have you ever wondered about the progression that took humans from gunpowder and explosive (and exploding) metal weapons to the highly engineered firearms of today? The easy answer is centuries of research, development, and experimentation, but, as with anything in history, there is more to it than that. Every component of your AR 15, from
