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The .50 Beowulf is a rifle big-bore cartridge developed by Alexander Arms for use in a modified AR-15 rifle. Why does it belong in your AR-15 collection?

First and foremost, it is based on your standard AR-15 platform. The .50 Beowulf is compatible with standard AR-15 upper and lower receivers, handguards, buffer systems and small parts. The only difference is the barrel and your BCG, not counting the magazine, which it takes 6.5 Grendel Type II Bolt Face. It is entirely possible to slap a complete .50 Beowulf upper receiver onto a standard AR-15 lower receiver and maintain total functionality. A heavy 4.3 oz AR-15 buffer and...

Introduction

Ammunition is an essential part of firearms technology, with bullets being the most significant element in ammunition. While bullets may seem like a simple piece of equipment, they comprise four vital components that ensure effective and accurate performance. Understanding these components and their roles is vital for anyone who wants to get into the technical aspect of firearms or just be more knowledgeable in ammunition technology. In this guide, we'll be examining each of these components and their evolution over the years.

History and Evolution of Bullets

Bullets have been around for centuries, and they've evolved...

Firearms are an important tool for many individuals who take self-defense seriously, go to the range, or participate in competitions. With so many different firearms available, it can be hard to know which one is right for you. This is especially true when it comes to comparing the differences between the AR-9 or 9mm and the AR-45 or 45 ACP.

The History of 9mm and 45 ACP

The 9mm has been around for over a century, having been developed by Georg Luger in 1902. It has since become one of the most popular cartridges in the world and is used in many firearms. It is especially popular with the military and law enforcement because of its smaller...

The AR-15 Rifle is the most popular rifle in America. It’s versatile and people put them to use in all sorts of applications. From target shooting for fun, to competition, small game hunting and finally, self-defense. Whatever the application, the essential component is accuracy of your AR-15 rifle. What are the things needed to achieve the desired accuracy in your AR-15 rifle? The top 4 essential components are listed below, of course not counting AR-15 barrel!

1.     Optics
2.     Triggers
3.     Ammunition
4.     Free-Float Handguards

So let's analyze one by one.

Optics
The single most important addition to a rifle is a quality optic. All...

With the ever growing demand of Glock compatible pistol ARs such as9mm, 45 ACP, 10mm and 40 S&W, the question always arises on what is the difference between Last Round Bolt Hold Open LRBHO system vs. your standard AR build. So I thought, this would be a good place to start – what are the benefits of Last Round Bolt Hold Open.

LRBHO is a highly desirable feature on your blow back action rifles. Mainly it allows for a faster reload. This is when the last round is fired, the bolt will stay open, hence the term, Last Round Bolt Hold Open. Then the mag can be removed and a new one is inserted. Then a Button can be pushed to allow the...

6.5 Grendel rifle is a new fad for long range shooting. Cost efficient, based on your standard AR-15 platform, 6.5 Grendel is the new go to AR! 6.5 Grendel Type 2 is a simple switch - all you need is a barrel and a BCG - and here you go, you have a new caliber on your hands! It even accepts (type 2 only) your standard 5.56 magazines.

In this age of e-commerce, savvy consumer gathers the parts from multiple sources. Yes, our hobby is expensive and we must stay within a budget. But by doing so, we are taking a chance of our rifles to work properly. So what happens when your rifle does not feed properly? Here are some tips on quick fixing...