Firearms News & Buying Guides
Expert reviews, buying guides, and educational content from the Minuteman Times team.
This has been a long time in the making, but in our continuing pursuit to bring only the best of firearms, 2nd Amendment, and defense-related news to our readers, we are very excited to announce the next step in our evolution as a company.
As of 2020, Minuteman Times is now the proud owner and operator of Your Defence News, a website with a long history of breaking huge news stories and investigative journalism.
We hope you are equally as excited as us.
This means that now the teams of Minuteman can combine with the firepower of Your Defence News to stay at the absolute forefront for our readers.
Keep an eye. Big things are coming soon. We couldn't be more excited.
In the meantime, here are some of our most popular posts and categories to keep you busy.
Happy shootin' my friends!
AR-15 & Glock Buying Guides
Best AR-15 Rifles
12 top picks tested with 500+ rounds each. Daniel Defense DDM4V7 is #1.
AR-15Best AR-15 Triggers
14 triggers reviewed — mil-spec and drop-in. Geissele SSA-E is the best overall.
AR-15Best AR-15 Lower Receivers
7 lowers tested. Aero Precision Gen 2 is the best for finish, fit, and price.
AR-15Best AR-15 Build Kits
7 kits ranked. The DPMS Oracle Rifle Kit is almost a complete rifle for ~$600.
AR-15Best AR-15 Safety Selectors
10 selectors tested. Radian Talon wins for its pin assembly and configurable throw.
GlockBest Glock Magwell
7 magwells for speedier reloads. Overwatch Precision is the best overall.
GlockBest Glock Extended Mag Release
8 mag releases tested. The Glock OEM Extended Catch is the best value.
Educational Guides
How to Build an AR-15
Step-by-step DIY guide for building your own AR-15 from parts.
AR-15 Cost Breakdown
How much it costs to buy, build, and own an AR-15.
Guide to Glock Types
What all those Glock numbers mean — models, sizes, and calibers explained.
Glock Frame Sizes
Compact, Subcompact, Slimline — what's the difference?
Shotgun Shells Explained
What all those numbers on the box mean.
NATO Ammo Explained
Everything you need to know about NATO ammunition standards.