Reliability lessons, build breakdowns, and how we engineer complete systems.
Suppressors are legal to own in most states, but they are regulated under the National Firearms Act. Here's a plain-English walkthrough of the tax stamp, ATF Form 4, gun trusts, wait times, and what a suppressor actually does.
There is no single best rifle caliber, only the right caliber for the job. A side-by-side look at 5.56 NATO, .300 Blackout, and .308 Winchester across range, barrel length, recoil, and suppression to help you choose.
Inside a building, distances are measured in feet and a long barrel is a liability. Here's why .300 Blackout, engineered from the start for short barrels and suppressors, is the caliber we reach for when the fight is close.
When it comes to holographic sights and magnifiers, EOTech has long been the gold standard for serious shooters. Their holographic sights are battle-proven, offering unparalleled speed, accuracy, and durability in the most demanding conditions. Paired with their 3x and 5x flip-up magnifiers, the EOT
While doing a Spring Cleaning of the Horizon Arms Research armory, we realized we have some firearms that have been sitting for too long and deserve to go to a loving home. Most of these are not available on our … 2024 Spring Cleaning Firearm Sale! Read More »
In 2023, the ATF introduced a new rule pertaining to pistol braces. This rule effectively reclassified weapons equipped with pistol braces as Short Barreled Rifles (SBRs). This is a departure from their previous classification as Pistols. SBRs fall under the … What Does The ATF Pistol Brace Rule M
Our hand guards are special. They are round, which provides the best strength to weight ratio, and are Truck Proof (check out the video below). They also are M-Lok compatible with M-Lok mounting slots every 45 degrees around the entire … Horizon Arms Research Hand Guards Read More »
A good gun is hard to find. As you probably know, guns and ammo have been very hard to find lately, and the situation doesn’t seem to be getting any better. So in addition to our weekly free ammo giveaway, … In Stock Firearms, Ready to Ship! Read More »
Tested and backed by military and defense experts, Horizon Arms Research provides reliable, high-quality personal protection solutions for discriminating gun buyers DENVER, Jan. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Colorado-based Horizon Arms Research introduces its exclusive Core Tactical Collection now availab
Occasionally we will make small changes in the parts we use for our rifles. This could be for any number of reasons. We are constantly testing new products and solutions, and when we find something superior to what we used … Why Is My Firearm Different Than The Website? Read More »
You can get an AR-15 for $600 if you want to. So why should you consider paying $2,500 or more for a Horizon Arms Research AR-15? Great question! First off, we use extremely high end components in our builds. Many … Why Are Your Guns So Expensive? Read More »
Let us answer questions you might have about going to a shooting range!
At Horizon Arms Research, we have decided to break our firearms into categories, based not only on type (i.e. Handgun or Rifle) but on the ideal engagement distances, or range. Now, the ranges we talk about here are guidelines, and … Types of Firearms – by Range Read More »
Assuming you’ve read our “Should I Own a Gun?” article already and you’ve decided to buy a handgun, rifle, or shotgun: here are the simple steps you need to follow in order to begin buying a gun online. Check The … How To Buy A Gun Online Read More »
There are many weapon manufacturers and dealers out there, many of whom make and sell excellent firearms. Horizon Arms Research is different in a few ways: Tactical Focus We focus entirely on tactical weapons. We do not build or sell … What Makes Us Different? Read More »
Horizon Arms Research is focused on tactical firearms. But what does “tactical” mean in this context? From Merriam-Webster (1.a.2) “using or being weapons or forces employed at the battlefront”. Horizon Arms Research’s Core Tactical Collection is focused on … What Does Tactical Mean? Read Mor
Firearms can be broken down into several basic types: handguns, rifles, and shotguns. If you are new to guns, here is a simple breakdown. Handguns Handguns, also called pistols, are held with one or two hands, and are … Types of Guns Read More »
Maybe. You expected us to say “YES!” didn’t you? Owning a firearm has a number of positives. That said, having a gun is not for everyone. We will try to give you an initial guide to the reasons you might … Should I Own a Gun? Read More »
