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The Anatomy of a Bolt Carrier Group (BCG)

Action Gunner June 18, 2018

The bolt carrier group (BCG) is the heart of the AR-15 platform, driving its semi-automatic operation. Understanding its anatomy is crucial for maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimizing performance. This guide breaks down each component of the BCG and its function in the system. What is a Bolt Carrier Group? The BCG is a self-contained assembly within the upper receiver that houses several key components. It manages cycling by extracting spent casings, chambering new rounds, and resetting

Principles of Choosing a Shot Shell Caddy

Nathan Payne January 10, 2018

Exploring Shot Shell Caddy Options: A Guide to Making an Informed Choice Choosing a shot shell caddy is an often-discussed topic on the 3-gun forums. It seems that almost everyone has an opinion on the topic, and they’re more than happy to voice that opinion. I’ve even seen some of these discussions become heated. While I have my reasons for choosing the brand and style that I use, they may not be what is best

Introducing the Enhanced Trigger Guard from A&S Engineering

Action Gunner June 3, 2017

We were able to get our hands on the new Enhanced Trigger Guard from A&S Engineering and watch it perform under match conditions. Nathan Payne gives a quick overview and addresses potential concerns with the location of the shell release button. Stay tuned as we get more time behind the trigger guard, we’ll be releasing more video soon.

Getting Into a 3-Gun Rifle: Building or Buying the Right Setup

Dustin Sanchez March 7, 2017

So, you’ve seen a few adrenaline-pumping 3-gun videos on YouTube, caught an episode of 3-Gun Nation, or have a friend competing—and now you’re hooked. You’re ready to step into the action and get a rifle suited for the sport. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about choosing, upgrading, or building a rifle for 3-gun competitions. Why Choose a 3-Gun Rifle? A 3-gun rifle is tailored for rapid transitions, quick follow-up

What to Look for When Shopping for a 3-Gun Shotgun

Nathan Payne January 9, 2017

So, you’ve decided to get into 3-gun, or you’re thinking about it, and are looking at all the options that are out there. It’s an ocean of guns, gear, and ammo. Sprinkle in some training videos and every internet expert at the ready to answer every question you haven’t asked. Don’t get me wrong, having all of these companies offering all the gear and services is a genuine blessing, and the 3-gun community is collectively

What to Look for When Shopping for a 3-Gun Pistol

Nathan Payne January 8, 2017

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Getting started in 3-gun can seem like a daunting task. There are so many choices to make, from which rifle to purchase to what type of shell caddy to use and everything in between. All of this must be accomplished while trying to keep everything within the budget and deciding how best to spend your money. One of the most important purchases in the sport is the pistol. If you were to ask ten 3-gunners

Howard Leight Impact Sport Electronic Earmuffs Reviewed

Shawn March 4, 2016

As a 3gunner, or participant of any action shooting sports, hearing protection is important. Equally important is the ability to effectively and clearly hear commands from the Range Officer. I’ve tried other brands of “cheap” electronic hearing protection but had been left unimpressed by both build quality and actual function of the electronics. That opinion changed greatly when I gave the Howard Leight Impact Sport earmuffs a chance. The Specs: Noise Reduction Rating (NRR): 22

How to Mount a Safariland ELS Bracket to a Speed Belt

Action Gunner August 15, 2015

I’ve grown fond of the traditional speed belt, whereas you have an outer belt with hooks and an inner belt with loops. A single belt keeper wraps around the slack of the belt and your set. It’s a quick system, and using Blade-Tech Tek Loks with your mag pouches and shell carriers makes rearranging the belt an ease. The downside to using Tek Loks is that the belt becomes bulky where you have items attached,

There’s No Shame In Using A Pump Shotgun For 3 Gun

Shawn February 25, 2015

Pump shotguns are heavy, slow, and many claim not an “optimal” option for 3 Gun. It’s because of this, that the typical first piece of advise you’ll get as a new 3 Gun shooter trying to prioritize investments is to buy a new shotgun and replace that clumsy old pump that you already have laying around. I’m here to argue different, and it’s on the assumption that you’ve already got a pump sitting in the

Opening the loading port on a Benelli M2 (DIY)

Shawn February 16, 2015

Aside from adding a magazine extension tube, opening the loading port up on your shotgun is probably the most important modification you make. This was a DIY task that warranted much contemplation when I considered the risk of potentially ruining a $1,400 shotgun, but some practice with a less expensive 870 made me a bit more comfortable with the process. There are plenty of shops out there that will do this for a nominal fee, but

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