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# **How to Upgrade Your AR’s Accuracy and Handling**
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<p>Out of the box, an <strong><a href="https://danieldefense.com/m4a1.html">M4 carbine rifle</a></strong> can be an accurate, high-performance firearm. You can find some very impressive models on the market today. But whether you’ve just acquired a new AR15 or you’ve been shooting the same rifle for the past several years, there’s always room for performance improvements.</p>
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<p>Performance can mean several different things. It can relate to the trigger pull, how the gun handles as it’s fired (and in the milliseconds after), or the accuracy of the shot. What can you do to improve your AR15? Here are a few ideas.</p>
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<p><strong>Strategic Modifications</strong></p>
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<p>There are several AR15 parts on the market that will enhance your rifle’s performance. It’s a matter of finding compatible options and determining which ones work best for your situation.</p>
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<p>For example, aftermarket <strong><a href="https://danieldefense.com/ar15/uppers.html">AR15 upper receiver</a></strong> groups, which include the upper receiver, barrel, gas system, and several other components, can be a major upgrade to an older or well-used AR15. For a newer rifle, you might focus on individual components, such as the trigger or stock.</p>
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<p><strong>Invest in New Sights or Optics</strong></p>
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<p>Sometimes, new sights or optics are all you need to vastly improve your rifle’s accuracy. However, before investing in new sights or optics, ensure your current set is properly zeroed in. Over time, sights can become misaligned without you even realizing it.</p>
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<p>Getting them re-zeroed can make a significant difference in your accuracy. That said, if you’re not thrilled with the results or you simply want to try new sights or optics, it can be a worthy investment.</p>
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<p><strong>Spend More Time at the Gun Range</strong></p>
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<p>There are only so many technical upgrades you can make; the rest is up to the user holding the gun and pulling the trigger. One of the best ways to “upgrade” the performance of any gun, AR15s included, is to use that gun.</p>
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<p>If you want to be accurate when shooting an <strong><a href="https://danieldefense.com/mk12.html">MK12 long range rifle</a></strong>, practice is essential. Keep a consistent range schedule, run a variety of drills, and it won’t be long until every shot is precise.</p>
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<p><strong><em>About TriggerTalk Tribune</em></strong></p>
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<p><em>Whether you're new to the world of firearms or a seasoned pro, there’s always more to learn. From helping you find the best accessories to individual parts for assembling your own rifle, TriggerTalk Tribune can help you get the tactical information you need. TriggerTalk Tribune’s firearms enthusiasts have years of experience and can help you learn how to train for a competition or just have fun at the range.</em></p>
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<p><em>Discover a range of precision firearms at </em><strong><em><a href="https://danieldefense.com/">https://danieldefense.com/</a></em></strong></p>
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