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The AR-15 has appeared in numerous movies since its introduction as a US service weapon including popular films like James Bond: Diamonds Are Forever (1971), Soylent Green (1973), Zardoz (1974), Apocalypse Now (1979), Commando (1985) Die Hard (1988), and of course more modern hit movies like the very popular Matrix trilogy of films.

When it comes to choosing a knife for everyday carry (EDC), it's important to consider its functionality for various tasks rather than just focusing on self-defense. Knives are versatile tools that can be used for everyday tasks like opening mail and boxes, as well as for outdoor activities like camping, food preparation, and a litany of other tasks that also include self-defense.

In the world of competitive shooting and self-defense, fast and reliable reloads can be the difference between winning or losing, or even life and death. This is why many gun owners turn to magwells to help them achieve faster and smoother reloads. But do magwells really help with reloads? Let's take a closer look at this popular firearm accessory.

The original handguards were hard plastic, not prone to allowing for accessories, and did little to improve the functioning of the rifle apart from keeping your hand from touching a bare barrel and gas tube. Now, like the exact ones we produce here at Tyrant CNC, there are free-float handguards that are lightweight, allowing you to reach further forward on your rifle for greater control and stability, and afford you lots of real estate to add all the accessories to your heart’s content.

People own firearms for a multitude of reasons varying from recreation to hunting to defense. If you consider yourself a part of the latter category, you likely have heard an age-old debate about whether to conceal your carry firearm or carry it openly. Sometimes you do not get a choice based on your state, municipality, or local city regulations.

Emergencies can happen at any time, from natural disasters to civil unrest or even a sudden job loss. While it's impossible to predict when a crisis will occur, you can prepare for it by having a well-stocked Bug Out Bag (BOB) that contains all the essential items you need to survive for at least 72 hours. In this article, we'll cover some of the must-have items that should be included in your BOB, such as a good bag, water filtration, food prep, first aid, lighting and communication, and shelter.

We have discussed in previous articles here that – if your body’s shape/physique/aesthetic can conceivably allow for it – that concealed carry as opposed to open carry is your best option for carrying a firearm for protection. It affords you the element of surprise, the discretion to deploy your firearm or not, and it gives you an advantage to your self-defense when we are already at a disadvantage of never knowing when a self-defense conflict may come.

The Glock trigger is known for its consistent and relatively light pull, making it a popular choice among shooters of all disciplines. However, not everything about the Glock style of trigger is great and in this article, we will explore what makes a Glock trigger great, as well as what some of its drawbacks are.

Among both new and old shooters, the discussion surrounding sights continues to rage on with no clear answers as to which is best among them. However, instead of there being one solid all-around choice, each type of weapon sight offers advantages but also compromises. Today we’ll talk a bit about the different types of pistol iron sights currently available on the market and whateach of them is best suited for so that you can select the right type of sights for your handgun’s setup.

Gun rights have been a hot topic of debate in the United States for decades. The Second Amendment of the US Constitution guarantees citizens the right to keep and bear arms, but howmuch of that right that citizens can take advantage of legally can vary widely from state to state. Some states have more relaxed gun laws, while others have stricter regulations. In this article, we will explore the states in the US with the best gun rights, and the factors that contribute to their rankings.

Many gun aficionados are either infatuated with or well aware of, the 1911 handgun designed and brought to fruition by the famous John Moses Browning. Fast forward 100 years and modern engineers, inventors, and designers have taken that nearly timeless design and brought it into the 21st century by crafting what is called a 2011 handgun. What makes a 2011 handgun more forward-thinking and modern is that it boasts everything that you might call a “failing” in the 1911. 

Increasing your capacity when on the range or shooting competition offers a huge advantage, but what about adding rounds to your carry gun? Upping the number of rounds in your carry system has a number of benefits and could even increase your chances of surviving a deadly encounter.