Rifle Accessories

A few smart accessories turn a rifle into a complete setup. Start with the basics, then add gear as your shooting grows.

Rifle setup checklist: optic, mounts, sling, bipod, case and cleaning kit
Rifle setup checklist: optic, mounts, sling, bipod, case and cleaning kit
Rifle set up on a bipod
Rifle set up on a bipod
Optic and backup sight on a carbine
Optic and backup sight on a carbine

Slings and bipods

A sling carries the rifle hands-free and steadies your shots. A bipod gives you a stable rest from the bench or prone.

Mounts and rings

Solid rings or a one-piece mount torqued to spec keep your zero. Cheap mounts are the most common cause of a wandering group.

Suppressors

A suppressor protects your hearing and cuts recoil. Learn the process on Suppressor Buyers Guide.com.

Shooting rests

Watch and Learn

Videos from the Gun Websites YouTube channel.

Magpul MS3 sling first look
Rifle sling attachment options
AR-15 flash hider comparison
SKB hard gun cases

Tripods and shooting sticks help in the field. See Tripod Buyers Guide.com.