RADIAN RAPTOR 308 AR CHARGING HANDLE | AR 308 CHARGING HANDLE

by Donald Sullivan | Feb 26, 2017 | Charging Handles, Radian Weapons | 0 comments

RADIAN RAPTOR 308 AR CHARGING HANDLE | AR 308 CHARGING HANDLE

Radian Raptor 308 AR Charging Handle AR 308 Charging Handle

Radian Raptor™ 308 AR Ambidextrous Charging Handle by Radian Weapon Systems (formerly AXTS). The Radian Raptor™ is truly revolutionary in design & function. From rapid palm “blading” or finger thumb charges of the weapon, the motion is fluid & fast from either strong or support side. Made in the USA from aircraft-grade 7075 aluminum and mil-spec anodized.

At our sister site AR15 Tactical without question the RAPTOR CHARGING HANDLE is the most popular aftermarket AR CHARGING HANDLE in use by visitors.

RAPTOR 308 AR CHARGING HANDLE

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Is the Radian Raptor Charging Handle the Same as the AXTS Charging Handle? YES!!

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AXTS WEAPON SYSTEMS is NOW RADIAN WEAPON SYSTEMS

In an effort to better align the brand with their ever-evolving products, AXTS Weapons Systems has launched its new name – Radian Weapons.
AXTS has gained popularity and acclaim with its ambidextrous Raptor charging handle, and with the recent release of its sub-MOA riﬂe, the MI-T556 (now called the Radian Model 1). The new name was designed to distinguish them as a leader in the production of high-end, evolved weapons systems.
“We are more than an accessories company, and Radian helps us tell that story,” said Radian Weapons’ CEO, Joshua Underwood. “Continuous innovation and a hard-driving work ethic are the core values we live by and have been the foundation for AXTS Weapons Systems. Radian Weapons will continue to build on this foundation, fulﬁlling our passion to bring the best performing products to our customers. A relentless pursuit of perfection in product design and world-class manufacturing will be the standard of Radian Weapons.”
To accompany the launch of the new brand, Radian released a teaser video to showcase its new style set to the tune of its original manufacturing process. They are also giving away a Radian Model 1 Riﬂe paired with a Leupold Mark 6 3-18x44mm optic to celebrate the brand launch. For more information on Radian, the rebrand, and the giveaway, visit the new site, www.radianweapons.com.

PROOF RESEARCH 308 AR CARBON FIBER BARRELS

by Donald Sullivan | Feb 17, 2017 | 308 AR Barrels, Proof Research | 0 comments

PROOF RESEARCH 308 AR CARBON FIBER BARRELS

Virtually impervious to weather, nicks, dings or scratches, and up to 30% lighter and 300% stiffer than equivalent weight steel AR barrels, PROOF Research 308 AR carbon fiber barrels open up new possibilities in AR 308 performance.

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PROOF Research 308 AR Carbon Fiber Barrels

At PROOF Research we’re proving AR 308 carbon fiber wrapped rifle barrels aren’t just a lightweight alternative to traditional steel rifle barrels, but that they provide superior performance, including extreme accuracy, unprecedented durability and increased barrel life. By combining our unique manufacturing process with advanced technology composite materials and thermo-mechanical design principles, we’ve accomplished what others have failed to do in the past—match-grade carbon fiber rifle barrels that weigh a fraction of traditional steel rifle barrels while compromising nothing. They’re not just lighter—they’re better.

These carbon fiber-wrapped barrels provide a high-end alternative to traditional barrels while still maintaining extreme accuracy, performance and durability.
Match-grade accuracy
Improved heat dissipation for cooler and longer lasting barrels
No point-of-impact shift during high-volume fire
Reduced harmonic barrel vibration
More about The Science behind there process here:

Proof Research builds PR (308 AR, AR 308 barrels) with standard DPMS (TM) compatible barrel extensions and gas system lengths. Please check with the manufacturer of your rifle platform to see if these configurations are compatible.

Proof Research Recommends the JP Rifles High Pressure Bolt JPEB-308HP

JP Rifles JPEB-308HP

JP High Pressure EnhancedBolt™ Bolt Assembly
Caliber: .308 Win. caliber
Finish: Chromium Nitride

This bolt assembly is compatible with the JP LRP-07 and the DPMS LR-308 platforms (or clones thereof) only and cannot be used to replace bolts in the Armalite AR-10 platform (or clones thereof). This bolt uses a specialized firing pin that is not compatible with other bolts nor can it use standard .308 firing pins.

WARNING: The JP .308HP bolt does not allow for the use of excessive pressure, overloaded ammunition that exceeds SAAMI specifications. When evaluating new ammunition, always start on the low- to mid-range of any published load data and work up. A good indicator of working pressure is the primer retention on the subsequent loading of a case. A noticeable loss of primer pocket tension indicates that your ammunition has excessive pressure and has overworked the case.

Lancer L7 Advanced Warfighter Magazine | L7AWM Magazine

by Donald Sullivan | Nov 24, 2016 | Magazines, Lancer Systems | 0 comments

Lancer L7 Advanced Warfighter Magazine | L7AWM Magazine

Lancer L7AWM Magazine For AR 308

Among AR-15 shooters the Magpul PMAG is the reigning king of popularity. The PMAG is inexpensive, looks great and is very reliable. Magpul also has the best marketing of any magazine manufacturer. That said among AR purists their are better (and much more expensive magazines). The HK and Lancer Systems L5 come to mind. That brings us to today’s welcome entry in to the 308 AR magazine field, the Lancer L7 Advanced Warfighter Magazine.

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Lancer L7 Advanced Warfighter Magazine | Lancer L7AWM Magazine

Lancer L5AWM and Lancer L7AWM are of an interesting design and construction. The magazine bodies are polymer with a steel insert for the feed lips. While this construction is not unique the polymer body characteristics are. The key difference is a flexible body. The flexible body allows the magazine to remain flexible and survive impacts and conditions that might disable AR magazine of steel, aluminum and other rigid construction materials.

When they set out to develop a tough and reliable .308 polymer magazine on the market, Lancer took engineering inspiration from the L5AWM (5.56) and the SIG Sauer MPX, combining the best advances of both to bring the Lancer L7AWM Magazine to life.

Lancer L7 Advanced Warfighter Magazine | L7AWM Magazine

LANCER L7AWM MAGAZINE FEATURES

Impact resistant polymer body
Insert molded stainless front guard, resistant for high volume shooting
Stainless rear feed lip, provides a durable stable platform for feeding
Available with translucent or opaque body
Straight internal geometry with a controlled tilt follower
Stainless steel spring
Slide on bottom with a switchable drain
Aggressive texture to improve gripping and retrieval from pouches
Designed, tooled, manufactured & assembled in the United States of America

The Lancer L7AWM Magazine is lightweight with steel feed lips that wrap completely around the magazine to maximize stiffness and reliability while preventing dimpling to the front of the magazine. A switchable drain lock in the floor plate comes standard on all L7s, allowing users to configure the magazine for either water-borne or extreme dust conditions. The L7AWM is designed to work in multiple weapon systems.

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Velocity Triggers Aftermarket AR Trigger For AR-10

by Donald Sullivan | Nov 13, 2016 | Trigger | 1 comment

Velocity Triggers Aftermarket AR Trigger For AR-10

Velocity Triggers Aftermarket AR Trigger

Today’s entry in the ever growing and competitive aftermarket AR Trigger field comes from Velocity Triggers of Phoenix Arizona. Velocity Triggers traces it’s origin from owner Tom Vehr. Toms experience come from 14 years at Timney Triggers. Velocity Triggers parent company Vehr Manufacturing provides triggers to Knights Armament for their rifles.

At a cost of $150 the Velocity Triggers is positioned to compete with the fantastic CMC Triggers as well as those of Toms previous employer Timney Triggers.

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Velocity Triggers | Velocity AR Trigger

Velocity Triggers | Velocity AR Trigger

What is Velocity Triggers DLC Coating?

The latest innovation of Velocity Triggers is Diamond Like Carbon Coating (DLC) on the trigger which will give your Velocity Trigger the highly effective combination of a low coefficient of friction and high micro-hardness, its also a surface that will not rust and gives your trigger a deep dark black color.

Simply stated, the Diamond Like Carbon Coating (DLC) results in a greater wear resistance over the life of the trigger.

About the Velocity AR Trigger

Simply stated, The Velocity Trigger makes your AR feel like a true bolt-action sniper rifle.

The trigger group comes as a pre-assembled housing. It is designed to be installed into any AR lower receiver and drops into your gun easily. No Gunsmithing is required.

These are the steps, we at Velocity Triggers, are taking to give to you the quality you deserve to deliver the next shot as if your life depended on it:

Every Velocity Trigger is 100% Made in America
EDM wire technology and All Tool Steel are used to precision manufacture the trigger, hammer and disconnect
Velocity AR-15 triggers are heat-treated to give shooters an exceptional lifetime of service
Housing for the trigger assembly are machined from 6061T6 billet aluminum and black anodized to provide a lifetime of durability.
The trigger is black oxide then hand polished to create the smoothness you desire from an exceptional trigger.
The Hammer and Disconnect are treated with NP3 by Robar to provide super smooth feel shooters expect from a high quality trigger.

Important Velocity Trigger Information

*Do not use with 9mm conversion or any other open bolt face AR-15*

IF YOU HAVE A POLYMER LOWER, we recommend putting a Velocity stainless steel shim underneath the trigger to protect the polymer lower.

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WITT MRE | Muzzle Rise Eliminator | WITT 308 MRE

by Donald Sullivan | Nov 7, 2016 | Muzzle Brakes | 1 comment

WITT MRE | Muzzle Rise Eliminator | WITT 308 MRE | WITT MRE30

We are pleased to announce the first of several new site sponsors, Witt Machine. Witt Machine manufacturers a unique line of muzzle brakes, flash hiders and sound suppressors for AR 15, 308 AR, AK, Mosin and SKS Rifles.

The MRE30, Muzzle Rise Eliminator is the new line of Witt Machine AR 10 308 AR muzzle brakes. The MRE30 Muzzle Rise Eliminator has been independently tested to essentially eliminate muzzle rise for follow up shots. This brake WILL keep the barrel down during repeated firing. These are made from 416 stainless bar stock and Cerakote coating is available.

Witt Machine MRE30 Muzzle Rise Eliminator

******These are the brakes that we took to Industry day at the SHOT Show this year. The reviews were fantastic. The target dot on an AR with a red dot optic can be held on the target through rapid firing. As one media guy put it, “This is amazing, the sights just sit there!”******

These are threaded 5/8-24, 9/16-24, and M14-1 LH and bored for any caliber. For Custom threads / calibers Witt Machine an e-mail.

Criterion Barrels Inc CBI 308 AR Barrels

by Donald Sullivan | Sep 4, 2016 | 308 AR Barrels | 0 comments

Criterion Barrels Inc CBI 308 AR Barrels

Criterion Barrels Inc CBI 308 AR Barrels

CBI 308 AR Barrels

Criterion Barrels Inc (CBI Inc) long time friend of 308AR.com and our sibling sites (AR15 Tactical, Modular Rifle and Combat Rifle). CBI is always hard at work manufacturing some of the best 308 AR rifle barrels in business. CBI 308 AR barrels are proof that you don’t have to spend a fortune on a 308 barrel to get sub moa accuracy. As mentioned previously CBI 308 AR Barrels are the heart of Fulton Armory Titan 308 and American Defense Manufacturing (ADM) UIC semi automatic rifles.

Today we are pleased to see Brownells carrying and expanded line of Criterion 308 AR Barrels. This is actually a pretty big deal. CBI is careful on how they market their 308 AR barrels. There is no competition between Fulton Armory, American Defense Manufacturing and the Criterion Barrel Inc website. Visiting the three websites will result in different 308 barrel offerings

Criterion Hybrid contour match grade .308 AR barrels offer an ideal configuration for those seeking extreme accuracy without the added weight of a heavy barrel contour. These .308 AR barrels feature a M118LR chamber. The longer throat of the M118LR enables Criterion .308 AR barrels to improve upon the performance of loads utilizing heavier bullets, serving to reduce wind drift when fired at longer ranges.

Note: highlighted links all point to the Criterion Barrels Section of the Brownells website. Too hard to keep ever changing links updated.

CRITERION BARRELS INC – 308 AR STAINLESS STEEL BARRELS

This configuration is designed to accommodate either .308 Winchester or 7.62×51 ammunition, and comes complete with an installed barrel extension. CBI .308 AR barrels are compatible with DPMS, Remington, and Fulton Armory pattern rifles, and accept muzzle devices with a 5/8×24 thread.

An indent is provided opposite the gas port to enable easy installation. Chambers are finished, but headspace should be checked prior to installation. Stainless steel variants are available in 20 and 22 inch lengths. These barrels are button rifled, and have been hand lapped to ensure consistent bore uniformity. The 20″ Hybrid utilizes a 0.750″ gas block, while the 22″ Hybrid utilizes a 0.875″ gas block – gas blocks NOT included.

CRITERION BARRELS INC – 308 AR CHROME LINED BARRELS

This configuration is designed to accommodate either .308 Winchester or 7.62×51 ammunition, and comes complete with an installed barrel extension. CBI .308 AR barrels are compatible with DPMS, Remington, and Fulton pattern rifles, and accept muzzle devices with a 5/8×24 thread. An indent is provided opposite the gas port to enable easy installation.

Chambers are finished, but headspace should be checked prior to installation. Chrome lined variants are available in 16, 18 and 20 inch lengths. These barrels are button rifled, and have been hand lapped to ensure consistent bore uniformity.

CRITERION BARRELS INC – 308 AR HYBRID BARRELS, 6.5 CREEDMOOR

Criterion Hybrid contour match grade 6.5 Creedmoor AR barrels offer an ideal configuration for those seeking extreme accuracy without the added weight of a heavy barrel contour. Featuring a flatter trajectory and higher ballistic coefficient than the traditional .308 Winchester alternative, the 6.5 Creedmoor has grown in popularity with many long range shooters.

Designed to be compatible with DPMS, Midwest Industries, Remington, and Fulton Armory pattern rifles, these 6.5 Creedmoor barrels can be directly swapped with factory .308 barrels. Button rifled and hand lapped to ensure consistent bore uniformity, Criterion 6.5 Creedmoor AR barrels incorporate a 5/8 x 24 muzzle thread and finished chamber.

Headspace should be checked prior to installation by a qualified gunsmith. NOTE: The 18″ 100-019-351 utilizes a .750″ gas block while the 22″ 100-019-352 utilizes a .875″ gas block (NOT include for either).

308 AR Bolt Compatibility

Note: Many .308 AR bolt manufacturers advertise their bolt as compatible with DPMS pattern .308 AR rifles, lug and bolt face tolerances often vary widely between different manufacturers. This is in opposition to the AR-15, where there is a uniform industry standard. Criterion barrels are gauged at the factory with Fulton Armory .308 AR bolts. We have also had success in demo rifle testing with bolts from DPMS and JP Enterprises. If you have any questions regarding bolt compatibility, please email us at contact@criterionbarrels.com.

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