Whether you are a hunter, competitive shooter, or plinking cans with your family, the reason you got into shooting is the same – it is fun. But when a shooter experiences an accuracy issue, the fun part of shooting is diminished, and the desire to continue is lost. Let’s look at how to keep shooting […]
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How to DIY Cerakote a Bolt Action Rifle
Is your rifle showing its age? Do you want to protect it from scratching, dinging, or even rusting during heavy use? Cerakote may be the answer. Although many sports people will send their rifles to specialty shops to have Cerakote applied, it can be a fun DIY project. We’ll review the step-by-step process. What is […]
Continue readingThe Best Rifle for Deer Hunting
Best Rifle for Deer Are you new to deer hunting? Maybe you’ve been away from the sport for a while and want to get back into it. Either way, the first thing you need to do is select a rifle. But which one is best? Let us help you navigate the seemingly endless options to […]
Continue readingLong Action vs. Short Action – Telling the Difference
Do you know the difference between Long Action and Short Action rifles? If not, do not feel bad, you’re not alone. Many gun owners of various experience levels face the same dilemma. The fact is few shooters have a need to know the difference. However, if you are building a rifle or ordering parts for […]
Continue reading5 Reasons Why You Should Upgrade Your Trigger
Have you ever wondered why great shooters are so critical of their gear? Because sometimes the reason a shot is missed truly does come down to the gun. Or at least parts of the gun. Parts that do not work well together will result in poor performance, an inability to repeat performance time after time, […]
Continue readingThe History of the M77 Rifle
When Strum, Ruger & Company first introduced the Ruger M77 it was initially met with less than enthusiastic fanfare, at least among firearms experts. So how is it that over 50 years later the M77 has become one of the most iconic American bolt-action rifles? M77 Timeline 1964: Jim Sullivan, formally of Armalite, joins Ruger […]
Continue readingRemington X-Mark Pro vs. X-Mark Pro Adjustable – The Difference
If you are a Remington owner and find yourself confused when it comes to your rifle’s trigger system don’t worry, you’re not alone. Countless owners are asking “what is the X Mark Pro?” or “which X Mark Pro do I have?“. Let’s take a closer look and see if we can’t answer some of your […]
Continue readingWhat Is A 2 Stage Trigger?
The gun world is full of opinions. Some have been around since the first matchlock was shown off in a 14th Century courtyard; others are a bit more recent, but supporters are just as adamant in their arguments. One of today’s more feverous topics is whether you should choose a 2-stage trigger. But before you […]
Continue readingA Hand Written Customer ThankYou!
We stand behind our products and work hard for our customers. We recently received a hand written letter and had to share! (Click image for Full View)
Continue readingTampa Arms Company’s Review of our SAV-2 Trigger
Cole of Tampa Arms Company has been building a 6.5 Creedmoor Precision Rifle that they are providing to a disabled Veteran as a gift for the holidays. Rifle Basix partnered up with Tampa Arms Company and provided the SAV-2 trigger as a donation. This trigger was requested by the Veteran. Cole did an excellent job […]
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