Ballistic Advantage Team

When it comes to firearms, few are as iconic as the AR-15 and the M16 rifles. Originally designed by Eugene Stoner in the late 1950s, the Armalite rifle quickly caught the attention of the U.S. military, which adopted the M16 for service in the Vietnam War. Over time, the M16 evolved into the semi-automatic AR-15, which earned the title of...

The 5.56 NATO cartridge has long been the dominant choice for tactical rifles. A recent trend away from this pattern has drawn shooters to larger-diameter options. Suspected reasons for this include the military’s recent adoption of a new .277 caliber and the desire for longer-range shooting. As gun owners, we’re always looking for the next advancement in the tactical space...

The Glock 17 and Glock 19 are two of the most popular handguns in America. Both are immensely popular among law enforcement agencies while also being some of the most popular guns owned by private citizens. These pistols are also very popular with citizens for self-defense, home defense, and training and practice. There are some differences between the two, and...