F.A.Q.

Q. Are all your Items Mil-spec?

A. Due to misunderstanding with the term “Mil-spec”, we will try to explain the “Commercial Spec” versus “Mil-spec”. “Com-spec” will accept most “Mil-spec” or GI components and are usually equal to or exceed the “Mil-spec”. But unless the components have been tested by the Defense Dept it cannot be “Mil-spec”. It can match and all “Mil-spec” parts can fit but unless given the defense dept’s approval it is not “Mil-spec”. Most AR-15 parts on the open market are “Com-spec”, not “Mil-spec”. Unless stated otherwise all components we use will accept “Mil-spec” parts and are equal to or better then "Mil-spec". Hopefully this clears some of the confusion.

Q. May I send you my upper to repair or upgrade?

A. Absolutely Yes. We will gladly repair or upgrade your upper or complete rifle. You must take pictures of the upper and have a written description of the problem or upgrade you wish us to do.

Q. Will you assemble our parts that we have squirreled away and lovingly collected over days, weeks, and months?

A. That depends. We will assemble items of known quality. We will not risk our limbs or life or yours by using shoddy, fake, plastic, bent, twisted, damaged, ran-over, salt spray tested, sewage pipe barrels, etc. We will determine the usability of your parts only after we see or test them. We have seen them all:). We make no warranties on uppers assembled from your components. That said we have built many uppers using one or two or all customer supplied components. We rarely have problems. You wouldn't really ask us to build you an item that is less than the best after browsing our site, now would you?

Q. What twist rate do you recommend?

A. What a Loaded Question! But one we answer all the time. Now don't feel stupid asking it! It is a valid question. First we will ask you a question. What bullet weights are you planning or wanting to shoot. That brings in another question of what bullet weights do you recommend? See next Question. As a rule of thumb- the one we use, others may have a different opinion. For 204 Ruger Uppers: 1-12” for up to 32-40 grain; 1-9" or 1-10" for 40-50 grain.  For 223: up to 55 grain minimum twist is 1-12". 55-65=1-9". 60-75=1-7". 70-85=1-7 or 8". 85 and up 1-7". We recommend 1-8" for most match shooters. Remember this is minimum twist. Higher twist for lighter bullets is fine. There is a theory that higher twist can strip the jackets on lighter bullets. This is theoretically true so don't, for example use extremely thin jacketed bullets in a 1-7” twist. Although I have personally never seen or experienced this phenomenon, we advise to stay the side of safe and accurate. We cannot see the sense in screwing the bullet down the barrel faster than absolutely necessary to stabilize the projectile. This just slows velocity, increases barrel wear, creates high pressure problems, and reduces overall barrel life.

Q. What bullet weights do you recommend?

A. Depends on what you are trying to do. Match shoot at 600 yards or varmint shoot at 400 yards? Twist and bullet weight is what we, shooters, use as terms; but the real important data is bullet length. The longer the bullet the higher the rate of spin required to keep it stable. For example: 223 caliber bullets must be 223/1000 inch in diameter – no more and no less. This means that the only way to increase or decrease weight is by adding length or changing the metal. Solid copper bullets will be fractionally longer than copper jacketed lead bullets. Adding weight will increase length. Increased length requires faster twist. For you, hand loaders, do a bit of research and then decide on twist rates. There are so many different bullets available we cannot create a list with optimum twist rates for each one. But we will be glad to help each and every one of you decide what twist rate and bullet is best for your intentions.

Q. Will you help me and answer my questions?

A. Yes, to the best of our ability!

Q. What are shipping times?

A. Per UPS this is Ground Shipping Times. Remember this is if everything goes as expected.