What's An AR Build Kit?

Posted by Gunbuilders.com on Nov 23rd 2022

Building an AR-15 piece by piece is something a lot of new rifle owners choose to do. But for others, picking out every individual part for their upper and lower receivers just isn't in their wheelhouse. That's perfectly OK. That's why AR build kits exist! Let's talk about 'em.AR Build Kit FAQ …

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.

The 80% Jig Compatibility Guide

Posted by Gunbuilders.com on Nov 16th 2022

If you've decided to machine an 80% lower or frame to build a custom firearm, you're going to need one critically important tool: An 80% jig. We're covering jig compatibility in this guide -- learn which jig and tooling you need to cut and drill your lower or frame! AR-Type 80% Jig Compatibility …

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 an 80 Percent Lower?

Posted by Gunbuilders.com on Oct 11th 2022

Black rifle enthusiasts and shooters have been using aluminum and polymer receiver blanks to build their AR-15s at home without registering or serializing them. Officially called an 80 lower (or 80% lower) , these receiver blanks aren't legally considered firearms at the time of purchase. Bu …

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.

How to Zero Iron Sights

Posted by Gunbuilders.com on Sep 27th 2022

Zeroing iron sights can be confusing, even for experienced shooters. You'll make "up" and "down" (elevation) adjustments using the front sight, but you'll make "left" and "right" (windage) adjustments using the rear sight. To make things even more confusing, the sights must move in opposite direc …

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.

Holographic vs. Red Dot Sights: Which to Pick?

Posted by Gun Builders Depot on Feb 1st 2022

Reflex and holographic optics look like each other, and they produce an aiming reticle that looks identical. So, what are the differences between the two? Which one should you pick for your new AR, rifle, or pistol? We think the best way to decide is to understand how both optics work, learnin …

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.

Muzzle Brakes vs Compensators vs Flash Hiders

Posted by Gun Builders Depot on Jan 27th 2022

Your AR-15's barrel can be fitted with loads of muzzle devices. Muzzle brakes, compensators, and flash hiders are all popular choices among AR owners. Which one should you get, and why? We're comparing what each muzzle device does. Let's dive in.The Muzzle Brake A muzzle brake does exactly w …

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.

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