All the Calibers an AR-15 Can Shoot

A complete guide to all the calibers an AR-15 can shoot, including .223/5.56, .300 Blackout, 6.5 Grendel, 6.8 SPC, .350 Legend, 9mm PCC, .458 SOCOM, and more.

Is the AR-15 a Good Choice for a Beginner?

Its popularity is undeniable within the world of firearms. The AR design has been around since the 1950’s and is only becoming more commonplace in the firearms landscape. In addition, the range of variants of this design available these days is staggering. Their uses are as expansive as their d...

By Adam Scepaniak

A Soviet Experiment - The Kalashnikov Assault Carbine

Shortly after the adoption of the Kalashnikov design in 1949, Soviet small-arms development found itself at a doctrinal crossroads. The AK emerged as the final survivor of a rigorous postwar rifle competition, and, in an odd twist, it was accepted despite not fully meeting the full-auto accuracy ...

By Lynndon Schooler

Know Your Blowback? Roller-Delayed vs. Direct

Practically all shooters have experienced blowback. Not the type where something you did or didn’t do caused things to go sideways and have unintended consequences. No, I’m talking about the blowback operating system in rifle or pistol. You’ve fired a semi-automatic .22LR rifle or pistol, r...

By Robert A. Sadowski

Strike Industries Embraces The Old Ways With New Quad Rail Handguard

Strike Industries is known for making some very out-of-the-box items, but this new handguard heads in the other direction. The Strike M4 Quad Rail Handguard  mounts on standard carbine ARs, and adds additional rail space within the front sight assembly. Keep reading for all the details.

By Daniel Y

TFB Weekly Web Deals 175: Deals for March 2nd, 2026

Welcome to TFB Weekly Web Deals 175! We’re back with more deals on guns, gear, ammunition, and accessories from some of our most frequented online retailers like Primary Arms, Natchez Shooters Supply, Palmetto State Armory, Brownells, and more. Whether you’re looking for deals on new ...

By Luke C.
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