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At first glance, the Alpha Upper and the MK114 MOD 2-M Upper might seem like variations on the same theme—both are .223 Wylde, both use PWS’s signature long-stroke piston system, and both are absolutely optimized for suppressed shooting. But under the surface, these two uppers take very different approaches to the same goal: delivering performance, reliability, and control—especially when a suppressor is involved. So which one’s right for you? That depends on how you shoo …

Why Your AR-15 Deserves an Upgraded Bolt Catch If you’ve spent any time running an AR-15, you already know—the little things matter. The bolt catch is one of those parts you don’t think much about… until you do. Whether you're locking the bolt back during a reload, clearing a malfunction, or just running your gun in a high-paced environment, that tiny piece of metal plays a much bigger role than it gets credit for. And if you’ve ever struggled with a tiny, hard-to- …