Transferring NFA Items From a Gun Trust After a Death
Posted by Vincent Hall on 7/17/2026 to
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When someone with a gun trust passes away, the trust still owns the suppressors and SBRs inside it - and the successor trustee is the one who moves them in eForms. A plain-English walkthrough of the Form 4 / Form 5 process, the two documents you need, and why the transfer tax is now $0.
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How to File an ATF Form 1 to Make an SBR (Individual or Trust) Using eForms
Posted by Vincent Hall on 6/20/2026 to
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A lot of customers ask us to "register" a short-barreled rifle for them — for example, turning an 8" SIG MPX into an SBR. Here's the part that surprises people: making an SBR is something you do as the maker, not something a shop does for you. This guide walks through the entire process on the ATF eForms portal, with separate step-by-step sections for filing as an individual and as a trust.
A USPSA Mag Gauging Guide: Pass Every Check
Posted by Vincent Hall on 6/13/2026 to
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Every few months this comes up again: a competitor is trying to squeeze every possible round into a 140 mm USPSA magazine setup, the mag technically fits their gauge at home, and then someone asks the obvious question:
What is a competitor
Glock 17 Gen 6 Review: Trigger, Optic Mounting, and Duty-Use Notes
Posted by Vincent Hall on 6/4/2026 to
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The Glock 17 Gen 6 changes the grip, trigger feel, optic mounting, controls, recoil impulse, and serviceability enough that agencies, armorers, and serious Glock shooters should treat it as a new working system. Here is our practical breakdown of what works, what needs setup, and how to run it for duty or competition.
Why C-Style GLOCK Porting Is Better Than Inline Porting for Range and Defensive Pistols
Posted by Vincent Hall on 5/18/2026 to
C-style GLOCK porting uses a proven factory-style layout to reduce muzzle rise while preserving reliability, practical velocity, factory recoil spring compatibility, and consistent barrel-to-slide function.
USPSA Hit Factor Strategy: Points Lost, Stage Wins, and Match Performance
Posted by Vincent Hall on 5/17/2026 to
USPSA matches are not won by stage wins alone. This guide explains how hit factor, Points Lost, Average Points Lost, stage value, and stage-win margin work together to shape match performance.
DNT HYDRA-LRF HS635R: A Practical Thermal Scope for Missouri Varmint Control
Posted by Vincent Hall on 5/14/2026 to
The DNT HYDRA-LRF HS635R is a practical 640 thermal scope for humid rural Missouri varmint control, combining a wide 1.5x base magnification, useful digital zoom, laser rangefinder, ballistic support, and multi-rifle flexibility when paired with the QDS150 quick-detach mount.
Smith & Wesson M&P Competitor HD Carry Optics Build with Tested 24-Round Capacity
Posted by Vincent Hall on 5/14/2026 to
A purpose-built Smith & Wesson M&P Competitor HD Carry Optics build using the Overwatch Precision FALX trigger system and Henning M&P magazine extensions to deliver a refined trigger feel and tested reloadable 24-round capacity.
Why Overall Results Don’t Matter in USPSA
Posted by Vincent Hall on 5/11/2026 to
Overall USPSA results are fun to look at, but they are not the best measure of performance. Division results matter because USPSA is a rules-based game where optics, irons, Major vs. Minor scoring, magazine capacity, and stage design all change how a match is played. This article explains why your real benchmark is your division—not the overall results page
Red Dot Battery Brand Selection for Trijicon SRO, Holosun 407COMP and Holosun 507COMP
Posted by Vincent Hall on 5/6/2026 to
A practical shooting guide to choosing premium CR2032 and CR1632 batteries for Trijicon SRO, Holosun 407COMP and Holosun 507COMP optics, with maintenance tips for SRO cap/O-ring fitment and Holosun battery tray screw retention.
Preparing for Your First Silencer or SBR Purchase
Posted by Vincent Hall on 3/26/2026 to
Preparing for Your First Silencer or SBR Purchase
Purchasing your first silencer or short-barreled rifle (SBR) can feel overwhelming, but with the right guidance, the process is straightforward and stress-free. At Stonebridge Gunworks , we
Complete Guide: Filing an ATF eForm 4 (Individual to Trust)
Posted by Vincent Hall on 3/16/2026 to
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Below is a complete step-by-step guide and visual walkthrough for filing an electronic ATF Form 4 transfer from an individual to their own trust using ATF eForms . This guide walks through the entire process from preparation to approval , and
Best Red Dot for USPSA Carry Optics: 507 Comp vs SRO vs Defender XL
Posted by Vincent Hall on 5/27/2025 to
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What red dot should I put on my competition gun? The simple answer today is one of three choices: Holosun 507 Comp, Trijicon SRO, Vortex Defender XL Let's dive into the pros and cons of each of these choices: Holosun 507 Comp:
Glock Milled Slide Weights and the 47 vs 17
Posted by Vincent Hall on 3/29/2025 to
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Optic Weight Comparison: How Different Red Dots Stack Up on Milled Glock Slides vs the Factory Glock 47 MOS
We will examine the differences between slide weights with different milling options and the variances of popular optics for
How to Mount a Pistol Red Dot: Screws, Clean Threads & Threadlocker
Posted by Vincent Hall on 1/2/2025 to
The proper mounting of a red dot requires the following: Quality screws of the correct length Clean screws and threads ensuring no oil contamination Threadlocker that holds well under the recoil and is thin enough for the threads. The correct
Where to Start Shooting USPSA in the Kansas City Area
Posted by Vincent Hall on 12/12/2024 to
A beginner-friendly guide to USPSA and practical shooting matches around the Kansas City area, including local match schedules, locations, costs, round counts, and first-match tips.
The Recommended Glock Setup for USPSA Carry Optics
Posted by Vincent Hall on 9/30/2024 to
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The Glock platform is well-suited for the USPSA Carry Optics Division due to its affordability and reliability, offering excellent performance in capable hands. Let’s explore some advantages of the Glock Gen 5 Platform, starting with mechanical
Why Recoil Lugs Matter in Pistol Red Dot Optic Cuts
Posted by Vincent Hall on 6/1/2023 to
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As the popularity of pistol-mounted red dot sights continues to soar, firearm enthusiasts are seeking ways to enhance the performance and durability of their handguns. One crucial component that has gained attention is the
Bang or Bust: Trigger Setups in the CZ Shadow 2
Posted by Vincent Hall on 1/30/2023 to
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A reliability-first look at CZ Shadow 2 trigger setups for USPSA and practical shooting, including hammer springs, firing pin safety, reduced reach setups, and why consistency matters more than chasing the lightest trigger pull.
Trijicon RMR and Glock MOS vs SBGW Direct Mount for Duty Guns
Posted by Vincent Hall on 9/21/2022 to
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The Trijicon RMR (and any optic of the same footprint) can be either mounted to the MOS plate or gun via 2X 6-32 screws. The thickness of the MOS plate limits the number of threads from the screw that can be engaged into the plate (INSERT MOS
Optic Recoil Lug Posts, Why Our Optic Cuts Are the Best.
Posted by Vincent Hall on 7/13/2022 to
After seeing many optic cuts that were not up to grade for the Shadow 2 we finally made the leap to cut them in-house and brought out full recoil lug cuts to the platform. The SRO is retained by the recoil lugs, as it was designed. the 6-32 screws are suitable to retain the optic to the lugs like a seatbelt. I can tell you from experience that the 6-32 screw is not up to the task of fully supporting the slide ride optic for the ride. Fitting the optic so tight front to rear that you have to tap it in there is also not ideal for the longevity of an optic
CZ P-10F Recoil Spring Setups, The Good and the Ugly
Posted by Vincent Hall on 4/11/2022 to
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The available spring space in the CZ P-10F is borderline inadequate for the loads with lighter recoil impulses. All modern euro-pistol designs have trended this way. Recoil springs in the 2011/1911, Sig P320, Glock, and Shadow 2 all have
CZ P-10 Competition Ready, Must Have Upgrades for USPSA Carry Optics
Posted by Vincent Hall on 11/26/2021 to
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The CZ P-10 F Comp Ready is one hell of a nice gun out of the box. If you want to seriously compete with it in USPSA Carry Optics, there are a few upgrades needed to make this gun truly Competition Ready at the top of it's class. The
The Apex Trigger Components for the P-10
Posted by Vincent Hall on 11/1/2021 to
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The Apex disconnector, when used with the stock striker produces the best trigger foundation for the P-10. The rolling break no longer disrupts the sight picture and the physical effort required for consistency is greatly reduced.
