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FN SCAR Review - The Most Refined Assault Rifle in the World

FN SCAR Buyer’s Guide 2026: 16S vs. 17S vs. 20S

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The FN SCAR has grown from the 5.56 rifle reviewed here into a full family spanning fast-handling carbines and 20-inch precision rifles. For 2026, the question is no longer whether the SCAR is interesting. It is whether the 16S, 17S, or 20S makes enough sense to justify one very serious swipe of the credit card.

Daniel Defense 3-Gun Dominator: The M4V7 Pro 5.56—Full Review.

Best Daniel Defense Rifles (2026): DDM4 V7 Pro & More

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I always get excited about testing Daniel Defense rifles. They built the upper for the SOPMOD kits we had back in the day (and still do for all I know), and it was a huge leap forward over the old busted M4s we had prior to that. Black Creek, GA, has always turned out tough, high-quality products, and the M4V7 Pro is no exception.

Three FN ARKA 5.56 NATO rifles are displayed against a black background, showcasing multiple barrel and handguard configurations in Flat Dark Earth (FDE). The rifles feature fully ambidextrous controls, M-LOK handguards, and FN's new AR-inspired design.

FN Unveils New ARKA Rifle

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“The best of AR-15 ergonomics and the combat-proven reliability of the FN SCAR.”

The new Henry Lever Action Supreme

Henry’s New Lever Action Supreme Rifle!

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“The Lever Action Supreme Rifle is a testament to our commitment to innovation and pushing boundaries while preserving the soul of the platform that brought us to the dance,” said Andy Wickstrom, President of Henry Repeating Arms. 

Bushmaster unveils the Muta II Suppressor.

The Muta II: Bushmaster’s New Suppressor

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Bushmaster has just unveiled the Muta II, the latest suppressor in their lineup, and it comes with some noticeable upgrades.

The brand-new HUXWRX Flow 5.56 TI suppressor.

HUXWRX 5.56 Flow TI Suppressor: Rated for FULL AUTO! — NRA 2024

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This lightweight suppressor weighs just 11.4 ounces and measures 6.8 inches in length and 1 inch in width, making it a bit wider than usual.

True holding out a FightLite Herring lever-action AR rifle.

A Modular Lever-Action AR from FightLite — NRA 2024

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If you follow GunsAmerica, you know that FightLite puts out a lotta cool stuff! Well, this year at the 2024 NRAAM, they delivered once again.

Rock River Arms BT-2 ATR.

Rock River Arms Announces the BT-2 ATR Ambidextrous Tactical Rifle

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Rock River Arms, the industry’s most respected name in Modern Sporting Rifles and pistols, expands its tactical firearms lineup with the introduction of the BT-2 ATR chambered in 5.56 NATO.

The Evolution of 5.56 Ball - A Look Then and Now (M855A1)

The Evolution of 5.56 Ball – A Look Then and Now (M855A1)

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When we hear the term “military ball” ammunition most of us equate it with some type of full metal jacketed (FMJ), bullet. Such as, “45 hard ball” being a 230-grain full metal jacketed, round nose for the 1911, or 9mm “ball” being a 115 or 124-grain full metal jacketed, round nose bullet for the military’s 9mms or our own.

Brownells Retro Rifle Coming to California Thanks to Battle Arms

Brownells Retro Rifle Coming to California Thanks to Battle Arms

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Brownells and Battle Arms Development have teamed up to make the recently-launched Retro series available in California-compliant configurations.