THE MACBROZ BLOG

Some builds start with a plan. Others start because Brownells has the right parts at the right time and suddenly you’re convincing yourself that this is “basically a practical purchase.” That is pretty much how my Aero Precision EPC-9 pistol caliber carbine came together. I picked up the complete Aero Precision EPC-9 upper and lower from Brownells, then decided to take the setup in a different direction. Originally, the EPC-9 had more of a full-size PCC feel, but I wanted som

There are certain upgrades that do not seem like a big deal until you actually use them. An AR grip is one of those parts. It is easy to overlook because it is not as exciting as an optic, trigger, barrel, or light setup, but once you find a grip that really fits how you shoot, it changes the way the whole rifle feels. That is where the Die Free Co. Kung Fu Grip comes in. This grip has quickly become my new go-to grip for my rifles and PCCs, and the best part is you can find

Every now and then you put a build together that just clicks. For me, this BRN-180 in .223 with the 10.5" barrel has turned into one of those guns. It has that perfect mix of modern practicality, retro influence, compact size, and just enough personality to make it feel different from the sea of standard AR setups out there. I picked this one up through Brownells, which has become a go-to resource for me whenever I’m piecing together a build, grabbing optics, or upgrading lit