Why is my AR 15 not accurate?

A damaged muzzle may result in poor accuracy, particularly in a rifle with no muzzle brake. A good gunsmith can re-crown the barrel and restore accuracy. Poor-quality ammunition also results in bad accuracy.

What makes a AR 15 accurate?

Rigid Upper: A rigid, heavy-walled upper receiver aids accuracy. The typical AR upper receiver was made for a lightweight carry rifle and they stripped all the metal they could off it to make it light to carry (which is advantageous for the military). Accuracy improves with a more rigid upper receiver.

Does a BCG affect accuracy?

As long as it locks up properly, there is no effect on accuracy, if not locked, the round is not fully in the chamber and that can cause problems with accuracy.

Should I oil the inside of my gun barrel?

Do not lubricate the bore using gun oil! For long term storage only, the bore can be treated with a heavier lubricant such as Barricade (or equivalent). This must be removed by cleaning the barrel prior to shooting the firearm!

What is a malfunction on an AR 15?

Malfunctions in the AR-15 A malfunction is a failure of the mechanical, or working parts of the AR system or a failure of the ammunition itself. AR-15 malfunctions may be due to an irregularity in the performance of the rifle itself, the magazine used to deliver ammunition to the rifle or a problem with the ammunition itself.

What to do if your AR-15 is stuck?

The first attempt to remedy any stoppage of an AR-15 should be what those in the know call Immediate Action: “Tap, Rack, and Reassess.” “Rack” pull the charging handle of your AR-15 back swiftly with ample force and release it cleanly

Should you tap rack and reassess your AR-15?

Once those conditions are established, feel free to give the “bang” portion a try. The Tap, Rack, and Reassess cycle will resolve a great many AR-15 stoppages. In fact, the going estimate is that 90 to 95 percent of all stoppages can be resolved with a quick run through of this process.

What to do when your airsoft gun won’t eject a round?

Lube it liberally, then try manually loading and shooting 1 round at a time to see how it ejects. If it fails, it might be the extractor, ammo, gas tube, or buffers spring. This will help eliminate some possible causes. If it works fine with 1 round and lube, insert a mag and try it. Extractors are easy to replace.