Welcome to the second installment of the reboot of Build of the Week. This week, we have the aptly named “Now you see it, now you don’t” by Wolfgar. The second build, while an AR-pattern rifle, is strong. Thought has gone into it, and the components are quality. [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James visits Thunder Ranch and speaks with the guys from Aero about their big SHOT Show unveiling of their as-yet-unnamed pistol caliber carbine AR-15. As of right now, they have a prototype up and running with 20,000 rounds through it, and James got to try it out at the [Read More…]
In this episode of TFBTV, James Reeves tests out the new Thunder Ranch Edition Aero AR-15 at the Urban Rifle Course. James and Ryan test several copies of the new rifle during Clint Smith’s grueling 2-day Urban Rifle Course, shooting about a case of ammo through each of numerous models of the gun. [Read More…]
Aero Precision has just launched their new low profile Adjustable Gas Block for AR-15 rifles and pistols. Adjustable gas blocks add a tunable option for shooters looking to use suppressors, or to be able to adjust for varying loads that may otherwise be finicky with a [Read More…]
![[SHOT 2020] Aero Precision Pistol Caliber Carbines](https://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/20200124_091947-660x260.jpg)
Aero Precision has been a long-time favorite AR-15 manufacturer of mine. Blending affordability with quality, Aero Precision has been the start of many AR builds for me. This year, we have all been blessed with the announcement of Aero Precision Pistol Caliber [Read More…]
In this article, we’re taking a closer look at the PMC Ammunition X-TAC .223 Remington 77 gr Sierra. PMC is short for Precision Manufactured Cartridges, and the cartridges are Made in South Korea by Poongsan. They also supply the Republic of Korea Armed Force. The [Read More…]
The twelfth Installment of Build of the Week was contributed by Woodrow. I have personally not had any experience with Aero Precision components, but I have generally heard good things. The Faxon barrel is a solid choice–can’t really go wrong there. That [Read More…]
Third Installment of Build of the Week was contributed by Tony R. A pretty clean and straightforward 2-stamp build, with good component choices (IMO, that is). I don’t have any experience with Holosun, and personally am not a fan of top mounted lights, but [Read More…]
See what I did there? I’ll be here all week folks, please try the veal. VG6 has just announced the release of the 7.62 version of their popular EPSILON muzzle device. Described as a hybrid muzzle attachment, the EPSILON provides both flash hiding and muzzle brake [Read More…]
Grey Ghost Precision announced the company entered into a strategic partnership with Aero Precision. Grey Ghost Precision stated that this partnership will allow the company to take its line of Glock handgun components to “the next level.” Grey Ghost [Read More…]
This year Aero Precision is refocusing the company back on the R&D track, specifically with some new handguard sections and upper receiver combinations. The new handguards have picatinny sections that are only at the forward end of the 3 and 9 o’clock rail positions, allowing a decrease in [Read More…]
Ballistic Advantage and Aero Precision teamed up on a number of projects recently, and had the fruits of their labors on display at the Industry Day at the Range event just ahead of the 2017 SHOT Show. One of these projects is a short barrel 6.5 Creedmoor carbine. The [Read More…]
Raise your hand if you’ve bought a gun based solely on the advertising and photography in a firearms magazine. Yeah, me too. Have you ever stopped to think about what goes in to a successful (and honest) advertising campaign? Recently I had the chance to speak [Read More…]
My friend Jayden Jung created VG6 Precision. He makes some of the best muzzle brakes on the market. Well, White Wolf Capitol LLC, has announced that Aero Precision has acquired Jayden’s company. Jayden announced the news on VG6’s facebook page. [Read More…]
TNW Firearms will introduce new versions of the Aero Survival Rifle later this year. The new guns will be chambered in 10mm and .357 SIG. In my testing of 9mm and .40 S&W carbines, the increased velocity (as compared to typical handguns) from the longer barrels can [Read More…]
In my previous TFB reviews of Meopta optics, I state that the Czech-made Meopta is the best keep secret in the mid-to-high end Euro optics. Meopta had been making optics for military and sportsmen since 1933. While for most of its history, Meopta was behind the iron [Read More…]
Aero Precision, a major manufacturer of AR-15 and AR-10 receivers, has recently started making 1-piece scope mounts for the AR-15 and AR-10 style rifles and other types of black rifles. Based in Tacoma, Washington, Aero Precision was founded as a CNC metal component [Read More…]
Aero Precision has released their long-awaited .308 receivers. The receivers are DPMS (Gen 1)-patterned. Both receivers are machined from forged 7075 t6 aluminum and then mil-spec anodized. The upper receiver is notably beefy and has a recessed cut-out for the bolt [Read More…]
Aero Precision has been teasing their new “Enhanced” AR-15 upper receiver and companion rail kits. Designed to be used in conjunction with one another, the two parts promise customization, ease of mounting, and performance. The handguards index to the [Read More…]
Your Privacy Choices