by 53gr | Feb 8, 2013 | TGR Gun Parts and Accessory Reviews
The heart of the Shashka is the Ballistic Advantage 14.5 inch barrel in Tactical Government profile. It’s slightly thicker than the standard government profile, which increases rigidity. The weight of the 14.5 inch barrel is identical to a 16 inch government...
by 53gr | Jan 23, 2013 | Staff Video Reviews, TGR Gun Parts and Accessory Reviews
Testing rifle components is a time-consuming and laborious process. It’s also one that requires a large amount of precision. And if there’s one thing that I’ve learned in testing various AR-15 components, it’s that you need a quality upper. Handguards, barrels,...
by 53gr | Jan 18, 2013 | TGR Gun Parts and Accessory Reviews
If you look at some of the popular “tactical” AR-15 carbines that have come out over the last few years, it’s easy to notice a trend. Haley Strategic’s Jack Carbine, LaRue’s Costa Edition 5.56, the EAG Tactical Carbine, and Noveske’s Light Carbine and Afghan…...
by 53gr | Jan 9, 2013 | TGR Gun Parts and Accessory Reviews
Most of the time I shoot my AR-15, I use a muzzle brake or a compensator, something like the Surefire MB-556 or the Rainier Arms RMC. But what about the times I don’t want to deafen those shooting next to me, or the times I want to shoot in the dark? The...
by 53gr | Dec 17, 2012 | Staff Video Reviews, TGR Gun Parts and Accessory Reviews
Previously, I’ve reviewed muzzle brakes from Griffin Armament and Rainier Arms, finding them to be quite effective. Each has its benefits and drawbacks. I found myself looking for a brake to permanently attach to a 14.5″ barreled upper I was building. Like...
by 53gr | Dec 12, 2012 | Staff Video Reviews, TGR Gun Parts and Accessory Reviews
I’ve made several modifications to my AR-15 over the years. Well, to be more specific, I’ve changed every single part on the damn thing. I’ve put thousands of rounds (at least 8,000 in the last year and a half) through this gun. I’ve dropped...
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