Author Archives: Dirty Bird Staff

What Features to Look for in an Upper Receiver

When building an AR-15, the upper receiver often gets overlooked compared to flashier components like [...]

Introduction to the SIG Sauer FAQ Series by Dirty Bird Guns & Ammo

Dirty Bird Guns & Ammo is thrilled to launch a new FAQ blog series, and [...]

The Bolt Carrier Group: The Cornerstone of a Hard-Use AR-15

When assembling an AR-15 intended for rigorous use—whether facing high round counts, harsh conditions, or [...]

What to Look for in an AR-15 Upper Receiver: Complete Uppers and Stripped Options Explored

The upper receiver is the linchpin of your AR-15, anchoring the barrel, bolt carrier group [...]

The Springfield Echelon in 2025: A Hands-On Take on a Duty-Grade Striker

It’s February 2025, and I’ve been beating on the Springfield Echelon for weeks—range sessions, holster [...]

The Springfield Prodigy in 2025: A Hands-On Take on the 1911 Evolution

It’s February 2025, and I’ve spent the last few months running the 4.25″ Springfield Prodigy [...]

California Roster Guns FAQ

When it comes to California roster guns, the topic gets confusing quickly. This is understandable, [...]

Buy an AR-15 with Bitcoin? Embracing Bitcoin for AR-15 Purchases

Sure, you’ve dabbled with crypto, but have you really, truly lived if you can say [...]

The AR-15 Upper Receiver: Parts, Tools, and What You Need to Know

When it comes to assembling or upgrading an AR-15, the AR-15 upper receiver is the [...]

The Velocity Recoil-Less 5.56/.223 Bolt Carrier Group: A Game Changer for Your AR-15

When building an AR, other than the barrel, the bolt carrier group is something that [...]