KeyMod or M-Lok
Posted by Alice Jones Webb on Oct 3rd 2019
There is currently a head-to-head showdown taking place in the firearms world. For decades, the Picatinny rail has been the reigning king of mounting platforms. Now, two young contenders seek to dethr…
Picatinny, Weaver, and Dovetail Mounts
Posted by Alice Jones Webb on Jun 11th 2019
Picatinny, Weaver, and Dovetail MountsYour rail or mounting system is the crucial link between your firearm and your accessories. This link must be secure enough to handle normal bumps and jostles, bu…
Tools & Parts Checklist DPMS LR-308 Free Float Install
Posted by Monstrum on Jan 31st 2019
This Checklist is a guide to the required and optional tools needed to install your handguard correctly. When you've reviewed this information head over to our LR-308 Free Float Handguard Complete I…
Tools & Parts Checklist AR-15 Free Float Install
Posted by Monstrum on Jan 31st 2019
Tools for Installing AR15 Free-Float HandguardsREQUIRED TOOLS:VISE For clamping the upper receiver assembly. Recommend 5” vise as a minimum UPPER RECEIVER VISE BLOCK (AR15) To hold the upper receiver…
DPMS LR-308 Free Float Handguard Complete Install Guide
Posted by Monstrum on Jan 31st 2019
Does your 308 rifle use a DPMS LR-308 pattern barrel nut and handguard?
AR/LR 308 style rifles use several different barrel nut and handguard standards, depending on the make and model. &nbs…
What is the Difference Between an AR-10 and an LR-308?
Posted by Monstrum on Jan 31st 2019
There are many misconceptions as well as misinformation out there when it comes to .308s in the AR platform. There are two primary options on the market today and most of the parts are not interc…
Selecting a Handguard for your AR-10/AR-308/LR-308
Posted by Monstrum on Jan 31st 2019
What is the difference between an AR-10/LR-308?
The family of rifles generally referred to as "AR-10"s or "AR-308"s encompasses a variety of rifles from a variety of manufacturers. Although sim…
Keymod vs. the Traditional AR-15 Quad Rail
Posted by Monstrum on Jan 31st 2019
If you follow the AR-15 market or have spent anytime shopping for a new AR rails or accessories recently, you have no doubt seen the term "KeyMod" being thrown around a lot lately. But w…
Step-by-Step AR-15 Drop-In Quad Rail Installation
Posted by Monstrum on Jan 30th 2019
Warning: Always check and make sure the firearm is unloaded before attempting any modifications
Recommended tools:
Handguard Removal tool
Hex Key (included in every Monstrum Tactica…
Step-by-Step AR-15 Free Float Quad Rail Install Guide
Posted by Monstrum on Jan 30th 2019
Why install a free float handguard?
One of the main benefits to free-floating an AR-15 is an increase in accuracy from reduced variability in the barrel harmonics due to sling tension. The tradi…
AR-15 Quad Rail Buyer's Guide: Drop-In or Free Float?
Posted by Monstrum on Jan 30th 2019
2 Piece Drop-In vs Free Float?
Quad rail handguards generally come in one of two form factors: 2 Piece Drop-In or Free Float. The decision to buy one or the other depends on 1) how much effort yo…