Is the AR Past Its Prime?

The AR-15 was designed in the 1950’s a time when tail fins were on Cadillacs, the Cold War was running hot, and the Soviet Union and the U.S. were in a race to be the first to reach the moon. As that’s roughly seven decades ago, it begs the question: Is the AR past its Read More The post ...

By Robert A. Sadowski

Flow-Through vs. Traditional Suppressors Explained Simply

If you’ve shot a suppressed AR-15 for more than a magazine or two, you already know the tradeoff. The can makes your rifle quiet, but it also sends a chunk of that gas right back at you. Eyes, lungs, bolt carrier group, all of it. That backpressure problem, combined with a new and, in my .....

By Luke Cuenco

Ruger HQ Moves To South Carolina

The American gun industry continues to move out of New England and into the southern U.S., with Ruger quietly moving its headquarters out of Connecticut earlier this year.

By Zac K

TFB Weekly Web Deals 192: Deals for June 22nd, 2026

Welcome to TFB Weekly Web Deals 192! We’re back with more deals on guns, gear, ammunition, and accessories from some of our most frequented online retailers like 5.11 Tactical, Primary Arms, Natchez Shooters Supply, Palmetto State Armory, Brownells, and more. Whether you’re looking fo...

By Luke C.

Best Suppressor for a 16-Inch 5.56 Rifle

Choosing a suppressor for a 16-inch AR-15 involves more than sound reduction. We compare four proven 5.56 suppressors and explain how mounting systems, back-pressure, and durability affect real-world performance. The post Best Suppressor for a 16-Inch 5.56 Rifle appeared first on The Truth About ...

By Brent Spicer
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