How to Dimple Your AR-15 Barrel (+ Why You Should)

Posted by Gunbuilders.com on Sep 24th 2024

Installing a new gas block? Chances are, the block's set screws don't match your existing barrel. Or maybe you're building a new AR-15 upper, and your new barrel has no dimples to speak of. Is it really necessary? Yes, and here's how to do it.Why You Should Dimple Your BarrelDimpling your barrel is …

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AR-10 vs. AR-15: What Parts Are The Same?

Posted by Gunbuilders.com on Aug 28th 2024

The AR-15 and AR-10 are two of the most popular rifles in America. They're often mistaken for one another. This is no surprise -- both rifles function identically, and they even share some parts. But the AR-10 is quite different from the AR-15. We're comparing them side by side, clearing up th …

DISCLAIMER: If you are new to the world of DIY gun building, you likely have a lot of questions and rightfully so. It’s an area that has a lot of questions that, without the correct answers, could have some serious implications. At GunBuilders.com, we are by no means providing this content on our website to serve as legal advice or legal counsel. We encourage each and every builder to perform their own research around their respective State laws as well as educating themselves on the Federal laws. When performing your own research, please be sure that you are getting your information from a reliable source.

What is Ballistic Coefficient? Bullet Accuracy Explained

Posted by Gunbuilders.com on Aug 12th 2024

The accuracy of your rifle depends on many factors. Most of those factors are in your control: Stance, grip, sight alignment, sight picture, trigger squeeze, breath control -- the list goes on. But one factor can act as a hard cap (or a potential cheat code) for improving accuracy: Ballistic coeffic …

DISCLAIMER: If you are new to the world of DIY gun building, you likely have a lot of questions and rightfully so. It’s an area that has a lot of questions that, without the correct answers, could have some serious implications. At GunBuilders.com, we are by no means providing this content on our website to serve as legal advice or legal counsel. We encourage each and every builder to perform their own research around their respective State laws as well as educating themselves on the Federal laws. When performing your own research, please be sure that you are getting your information from a reliable source.

6.5 Creedmoor vs 6.5 Grendel: Which One's Better?

Posted by Gunbuilders.com on Aug 5th 2024

6.5 Grendel and 6.5 Creedmoor are two of the most high-performing cartridges available in the 6.5mm lineup. But while they both sling 0.264"-diameter bullets downrange, they each have their pros and cons. Both Grendel and Creedmoor are frequently chambered in the AR platform, and long-range bolt- …

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What is The AR-15's Effective Range?

Posted by Gunbuilders.com on Aug 5th 2024

"The Army only shoots out to 300 yards -- that's the max effective range!" And, "My pops can tick off soda cans at 500 yards!" These are some of the things you might hear when you start asking about the AR-15's effective range. What is the AR's real effective range, and its max effective range? Let' …

DISCLAIMER: If you are new to the world of DIY gun building, you likely have a lot of questions and rightfully so. It’s an area that has a lot of questions that, without the correct answers, could have some serious implications. At GunBuilders.com, we are by no means providing this content on our website to serve as legal advice or legal counsel. We encourage each and every builder to perform their own research around their respective State laws as well as educating themselves on the Federal laws. When performing your own research, please be sure that you are getting your information from a reliable source.

M855 vs. M193: Which One's Better?

Posted by Gunbuilders.com on Jul 25th 2024

"M193 is so much better ballistically!" And, "M855 is illegal armor-piercing ammo!" Are just some of the common claims you'll see declared about two of the most popular AR-15 cartridges. But are they true? What's the difference between M855 and M193? Which one's better? Let's break it down with fact …

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