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Review: Stag Arms Model 8 Gas Piston AR-15 Rifle

By mikecentola | Published: March 21, 2010

Stag Arms is quickly becoming widely known as a great manufacturer of reasonably priced, quality AR-15 rifles. They are also very well known for making left-handed models of their AR-15′s. When I heard they were going to be releasing a Gas Piston rifle, I needed to get my hands on one to review. Well, thanks to [...]

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AR-15 Barrel Twist Rates – Which is best?

By mikecentola | Published: March 12, 2010

Many people, who ask me about building their own AR-15, always seem unsure about which barrel twist to get for their rifles. Hopefully this mini article will help you guys figure out what is best for your needs. In general, rifling twist rate determines the optimum weight of the bullet for a given caliber. It [...]

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GSG-5 fake suppressors now ATF regulated

By darkvibe | Published: February 16, 2010

If you bought a GSG-5 SD model rifle with a fake suppressor on it you should read this. The ATF now says the fake can is regulated and must be replaced. From what I can gather by reading online the SD model shroud is hollow whereas the smaller carbine shroud is solid with a hole [...]

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Review: GSG-5 .22LR

By mikecentola | Published: December 9, 2008

I recently had the opportunity to review the GSG-5 from German Sport Guns, because when I saw it, I just had to go out and buy one! The GSG-5 is chambered in .22LR, and looks mistakingly like an MP5. The version we are allowed to have in New York State is the GSG-5 L, which [...]

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Doug Turnbull Restoration, Inc

By darkvibe | Published: October 1, 2008

Doug Turnbull (Bloomfield, NY) is known for his firearm restoration and custom work by gun collectors, owners and dealers throughout the world. His shop’s work on rifles, shotguns and handguns includes finishing, barrel work, wood work and complete restoration. Take a look at their site for examples of their work, list of services and complete [...]

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