When building or upgrading your rifle, few components impact performance as much as your buttstock. The right stock affects recoil management, shoulder comfort, shooting stability, cheek weld consistency, and overall handling. Let’s take a closer look in this XTS AR stock review. At Xtreme Tactical Sports (XTS), each buttstock is engineered with a specific shooter profile in mind. Whether you’re…
What a suppressor is — the practical short version A suppressor (often called a silencer) attaches to the muzzle of a firearm and gives the hot, high‑pressure gas somewhere to expand before it bursts into open air. Inside the suppressor are chambers and baffles that redirect and spread out the gas release, which lowers the peak sound pressure, softens muzzle…
Heckler & Koch. Just saying the name sounds like you mean business. Known across the globe as the creators of some of the most iconic, durable, and downright elite firearms in existence, this German company isn’t just in the gun business—it’s in the “changing the game” business. From special forces kits to silver screen fame, Heckler & Koch (H&K) has…
Choosing Between Ballistic vs Bump Helmets for Your Mission When it comes to tactical readiness, picking the right headgear can mean the difference between staying safe and suffering avoidable injuries. In the high-stakes world of military, law enforcement, or civilian tactical use, the debate between ballistic vs bump helmets often misses the point. It’s not about which is better overall…
Bulletproofing Your AR Build Introduction In the world of AR-15 building, ensuring reliability is not just about parts and performance—it’s about having confidence in your equipment, especially in high-stakes or duty-use situations. Building or upgrading an AR-15 to create a rock-solid, reliable rifle involves meticulous attention to detail, quality components, and proven assembly techniques. Here, we’ll walk through the essential…