![Post Thumbnail Image for post: [Best AR-15 Builds] Pin & Weld Blue-Collar Duty Rifle](/_next/image/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pewpewtactical.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2020%2F08%2FWeld-and-Pin-1-1024x576.jpg&w=2048&q=75)
Ken Whitmore is a husband, father of two, and prior service United States Marine. He lives in Western Pennsylvania where he has enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, and shooting for the past 20 years.
Treat yourself with a sub 16" barrel the right way. We go over a pin & weld duty rifle with all the DIY instructions included.
Want a softer shooting AR-15? We scientifically test recoil reduction from stance, gas, brakes, and lightweight BCGs to see what makes the most difference.
![Post Thumbnail Image for post: [Hands-On Review] Swampfox Arrowhead 1-8x](/_next/image/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pewpewtactical.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2020%2F07%2FSwampfox-Arrowhead-1-8x-LPVO-15-1024x576.jpg&w=2048&q=75)
Looking for a sub-$500 low power variable optic (LPVO) in the 1-8x range? We hands-on review the Swampfox Arrowhead for glass, eye-box, price, and more.
![Post Thumbnail Image for post: [Guide] Situational Awareness: Head on a Swivel](/_next/image/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pewpewtactical.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2020%2F02%2F1123191604a-1024x655.jpg&w=2048&q=75)
Learn how to be more aware of your surroundings and get ahead of anything bad that could potentially happen with our Situational Awareness Guide.
![Post Thumbnail Image for post: [Review] Faxon .350 Legend Barrel: Hunting Ready](/_next/image/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pewpewtactical.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2020%2F04%2FFaxon-350-Legend-build-1024x576.jpg&w=2048&q=75)
Looking for a great .350 Legend barrel? We hands-on review Faxon's 16" Gunner profile version for accuracy and its ability to take down deer.
![Post Thumbnail Image for post: [Review] Primary Arms SLx 1-8x Scope: Hands-On](/_next/image/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pewpewtactical.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2020%2F03%2FPA-1-8x-and-FAL-1024x576.jpg&w=2048&q=75)
Is a low power variable optic like the PA 1-8x for you? We hands-on review it for reliability, durability, box test, glass quality, price, and more.
![Post Thumbnail Image for post: [Review] DS Arms (DSA) FAL SA58](/_next/image/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pewpewtactical.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2020%2F02%2FDSA-FAL-Full-Look-1024x576.jpg&w=2048&q=75)
The FAL is the "right arm of the free world," but is a modernized version needed? We hands-on review DS Arms' SA58 variant for everything that matters.
![Post Thumbnail Image for post: [Study] Home Defense Overpenetration: Shotgun, Handgun, Rifle](/_next/image/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pewpewtactical.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2020%2F01%2FHD-overpen-test-9mm-80-percent-glock-1024x744.jpg&w=2048&q=75)
We use ballistic gel and built interior/exterior walls to test shotgun, handgun, and rifle loads to see the best ammo if overpenetration is a concern.
![Post Thumbnail Image for post: [Best AR-15 Builds]: 6.5 Grendel Hunting Build](/_next/image/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pewpewtactical.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2019%2F11%2FGrendel-Hunting-Setup-1024x576.jpg&w=2048&q=75)
It's time to utilize the modularity of the AR-15. Here's our build in 6.5 Grendel meant for hunting everything from woodchucks to coyote removal.
![Post Thumbnail Image for post: [How-To Guide]: Accurizing the AR-15](/_next/image/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pewpewtactical.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2019%2F11%2FAccurate-AR-1024x577.jpg&w=2048&q=75)
Want to start a new accurate AR-15 build or trying to DIY accurize an existing rifle? We go over some of our favorite tips, tricks, and parts.