admin

Triggers & Fire Control

UncategorizedOctober 17, 2025

Why a Good Trigger Matters Compare single-stage vs. two-stage triggers, pull weight, and how a high-quality trigger improves accuracy and feel. A good trigger transforms an average AR into a precision tool. Whether you’re hunting, competing, or building a reliable duty rifle, trigger choice has huge impact on accuracy and user confidence. Single-stage vs two-stage…

Bolt Carrier Group & Gas System

GunsmithingOctober 16, 2025

The Heartbeat of Reliability How the BCG and gas system interact, direct impingement vs. piston, and maintenance tips for reliable function. If the AR-15 is a human body, the Bolt Carrier Group (BCG) and gas system are the heart and lungs. They convert fired gas into the mechanical energy needed to cycle the rifle. Choosing…

Handguards & Free-Float Designs

GunsmithingOctober 15, 2025

Protect, Cool, and Mount Why free-float handguards improve accuracy, how to choose M-LOK vs. KeyMod vs. Picatinny, and heat considerations. Handguards do more than make the rifle look good. They protect your hands, interface accessories, and — with free-float designs — can improve accuracy. Free-float vs. drop-in Drop-in handguards are easy and cheap but can…

Upper & Lower Receivers: The AR-15’s DNA

GunsmithingOctober 14, 2025

Learn what upper and lower receivers do, receiver compatibility, and tips for choosing forged vs. billet. The AR-15 splits its function across two main assemblies: the lower receiver (fire control, magazine, buffer system) and the upper receiver (barrel, handguard, bolt carrier). Understanding their roles is essential when building or upgrading. Lower receiver Legally, the lower…

Breaking Down AR-15 Barrels: Length, Twist Rate, & Performance

UncategorizedOctober 13, 2025

How barrel length and twist rate affect accuracy, velocity, and handling; choose the right combo for your build. Barrel length and twist rate are two of the most important choices when building an AR-15. They influence velocity, accuracy, recoil, and how the rifle feels on the range. Here’s how to pick the right barrel for…

Why the AR-15 Remains America’s Rifle

UncategorizedOctober 13, 2025

Few firearms have sparked as much conversation — and loyalty — as the AR-15. Love it or hate it, one fact remains: the AR-15 has earned its place as America’s rifle. At Downrange Precision Arms, we’ve built, tuned, and customized countless ARs. Here’s why this platform continues to dominate ranges, hunts, competitions, and defensive roles…

Optics Mounting & Zeroing — Getting the Most from Your Glass

UncategorizedOctober 11, 2025

You can buy the best optic in the world, but if it’s not mounted and zeroed properly, it won’t perform. At Downrange Precision Arms, we see it all the time: shooters frustrated with “bad optics” when the real issue is improper setup. Here’s how to get the most from your glass — whether it’s a…

The NFA Process Simplified — How We Make It Stress-Free

UncategorizedOctober 10, 2025

For many shooters, buying an NFA item like a suppressor, short-barreled rifle (SBR), or machine gun feels intimidating. You’ve probably heard stories of endless paperwork, year-long wait times, and a confusing process. At Downrange Precision Arms, we know the National Firearms Act (NFA) system can be overwhelming. That’s why we make it simple, straightforward, and…

Cerakote Beyond Colors — How It Protects Your Firearm for Life

UncategorizedOctober 9, 2025

When most people think about Cerakote, they picture wild color schemes, camo patterns, or slick finishes that make a firearm stand out. And while that’s true, Cerakote is much more than just a paint job. It’s advanced protection engineered to extend the life of your firearm. At Downrange Precision Arms, we don’t just coat guns…

Author page: admin

Triggers & Fire Control

Bolt Carrier Group & Gas System

Handguards & Free-Float Designs

Upper & Lower Receivers: The AR-15’s DNA

Breaking Down AR-15 Barrels: Length, Twist Rate, & Performance

Why the AR-15 Remains America’s Rifle

Optics Mounting & Zeroing — Getting the Most from Your Glass

The NFA Process Simplified — How We Make It Stress-Free

Cerakote Beyond Colors — How It Protects Your Firearm for Life

Best Sellers

Socials