Ask Foghorn: What Does a “Free Float” Barrel Do?
The term "free float handguards" is something you see a lot on "precision" AR-15 builds -- guns designed to pluck the wings off a fly from 500 yards. But what exactly do they do? One...
Ask Foghorn: Maintaining Accuracy When the Barrel Heats Up?
Nathan asks:
I have a standard basic Bushmaster M4 carbine. I've noticed lately that it's accuracy decreases very significantly when the gun heats up a bit. Small fist sized groups at 25 yards become double...
Ask Foghorn: How Much Does Barrel Length Matter?
James asks:
Barrel length - 20", 24" and 26" seem to be the off-the-shelf offerings. 26" seems impractical for all but long-range target practice, so that leaves 20" and 24". What are the reasons to...
Ask Foghorn: What Does A Forward Assist Do, And Is It Useful?
James asks:
Forward assist - Some rifles have it, some don't. I understand the purpose and functionality of it. From what I see, all but one or two of DPMS' offerings don't have one, while,...
Ask Foghorn: AR-15 for Left Handed Shooters?
Elliotte writes,
I'm looking to expand my firearm collection out into the realm of AR-pattern rifles, but I could use some advice. I'm a lefty and I've heard stories of other lefties having trouble with...
Ask Foghorn: Best Shotgun for New 3-Gun Competitors?
Ryan writes:
Hope your having fun at the 3 gun comp man. I actually have an ask foghorn question along those lines. I really need the advice, but if you can get an article out...
Ask Foghorn: Eliminating AR-15 Stock Rattle
Wade writes:
How can you eliminate the rattling in a sliding AR-15 stock? I've tried several kinds, but they all rattle and make quite a bit of noise. Short of duct-taping them in place, I...
Ask TTAG: What About Self Defense Shotguns for Home Defense?
A reader writes:
I'm a new reader and was wondering if you've ever posted about home defense shotguns and what to look for when purchasing one. If not, would you be able to point me...
Ask Foghorn: Best Gun for a First Time Firearms Owner?
A Reader Writes:
I'm 25 years old, and until last weekend had never fired a gun. One of my friends brought me out to the range and let me shoot his guns and I had...
Ask Foghorn: Optics for Handguns
TTACer asks:
I am trying to get some optics to use for a variety of heaters. I like the idea of quick detach mounts so I can spend more on nicer but fewer pieces glass...
Ask Foghorn: Best AK-47 for First Time Commie Milsurp Owners?
Reader Texan asks:
In line with your previous article (Best AR-15 for First Time Black Rifle Owners), what is a good AK-47 for the first time AK-er?
The AK-47 system is the most popular firearm ever...
Ask Foghorn: Should I buy an AK or AR? Which is better?
A reader writes:
uy an AR or an AK? If an AK, any suggestions?
Man, you just opened a can of worms. And I've got a crowbar to open it even further. Let's get this thing...