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Michael Lutes

Michael Lutes is the managing editor and owner at Gun Mann. He is a veteran, gun enthusiast, 3 gun competitor, and 2a advocate. Mike has a passion for innovation and education across the industry to create great content, training, and insights from the best and brightest.

Best AR-15 Barrel – 2024 Complete Guide

Barrels stand among the most commonly-upgraded items of an AR-15. A barrel directly affects the accuracy and weight of your rifle and a good barrel is essential for taking precise shots. Here we’ll be talking about the factors you must consider before buying a new barrel for your AR-15. We’ll also outline … Read More

Best AR-15 Scopes – 2022 Complete Overview

In order to maximize the platform’s accuracy, most firearm enthusiasts use some optical sighting device.The options for AR-15 rifle platform can be a little overwhelming and confusing, so we composed this guide to help you to select the ideal scope for your particular needs.Comparison of the Best AR-15 ScopesFor many, … Read More

A History of Ruger 10/22 Rifle Models

Ruger has provided 68 years of continuous firearm production, with facilities in five states and over 400 variations of more than 30 product lines. The Sturm, Ruger & Company is an American success story, one that started with rimfire pistols and set out on the road to fame with their … Read More

Best AR-15 1-4x Scopes – 2022 Buyer’s Guide

As an introduction, here is a quote from the SIG Sauer Electro-Optics Review by Craig Boddington on American Rifleman’s website. “My old friend and a great sheep hunter, Jack Atcheson, Jr., once commented that ‘optics cost nothing and weigh nothing.’ What he meant, of course, is that the role of optics … Read More