Best AR Out Of The Box

[@MOUNTAINBROTHERACTUAL]

I orderd a gen 1, 14.5" ODG Super Duty Upper through a Geissele distributor a couple years back. Recently had found a hairline crack inside the upper, sent pictures and a description to Geissele, they sent me a shipping label, I sent them the upper. They inspected it, replaced the upper, tested it after replacement, and sent it back to me. Whole process from first to last email took maybe two weeks and didn't cost me anything. Solid communication throughout the process too. They're spendy, but they'll also stand behind their work and fix shit when it breaks.

[@notyouraveragegoldenpotato]

Smith n Wesson always has for me as well. Even when it was my fault, no more questions asked parts in the mail for free. There's plenty of stand up companies that take care of its customers. (Plenty who won't as well)

[@fleatactical7390]

What could have caused the crack? What was the approximate round count?

[@MOUNTAINBROTHERACTUAL]

@@fleatactical7390 Looked to me like a hairline crack that happened during either machining or assembly, that was then covered when the upper was anodized, becoming visible after the BCG wore some of the anodizing away. The round count was probably around 1k, I've carrird the rifle hiking more than I taken it shooting. The crack was not in an area that received any direct impacts, my guess is a machining error, or maybe the barrel nut was over tightened during assembly? It was inside the upper, just above the ejection port, starting behind the barrel nut threads, and continuing back towards the rear of the receiver, along the bottom of the sidewall of the channel the charging handle sits in.

[@fleatactical7390]

@@MOUNTAINBROTHERACTUAL Ahhh ok, that makes sense. Because my real question was "WTF were you doing to the poor thing to break it like that???" LOL Most likely caused by the machining process. Perhaps defective metal casting leading to that? I wouldn't think overtightening of any component would cause that extensive of a crack. Otherwise ARs would be blowing up left and right from weak metal. Kind of makes me wonder if that was just a fluke though.

[@GTGibbs]

I believe most manufacturers do. Not gunzngear however.

[@elche1976]

Right now. Anything you have or can get to protect yourself with the 2A is a great firearm.

[@Bo_Spurlock]

Well said

[@ksand6718]

Thanks for the confirmation, not that I needed it, brother! First FA putchase I've made is nothing but a Taurus tx22. Ammo is where I think 9mm should be. If the ATF doesn't do us in with our 2A rights, these prices might.

[@rge1956]

Amen and well stated!

[@okeechobeewankenobi]

Dont get a hi-point 😂

[@willl7780]

Yup

[@chrisandrews7608]

I’m a total noob, I have a Ruger 5.56, don’t know much about optics, but channels like this I’m a friggin sponge. Thanks, and respect for military service. God bless.

[@rykemerrill1164]

I'm right there with you. I bought my Ruger AR-15, back in '18 or '19. A "Ruger" mind you! A 1:8 twist, can handle most ammo, and is very accurate! I've been able to acsseorize, and will hopefully put a can on soon, with a binary trigger, maybe a different stock...but whatever. I think a lot, a whole lot of us believe that soon we are going to be in hand to hand, street to street, swapping lead and copper with zombies to tyrannical military members, in 24/7 all day all night, eating jerky, protein bars, drinking water out of creeks, streams etc. with sleep, coming only when the 'bad" guys stop shooting! But folks, yes it's going to be bad! The absolute worst time ever! Yes many of us will die! Some will make it through! So just remember, battles just don't go on for 24/7! So having a "medium" price on any "assault" defensive weapon, AR, AK, PC, ect. will more than likely get you through! So train, train, train with whatever you have! Even a lever action! So "aim small, miss small"! Don't think that just because he has the highest priced biggest named brands, doesn't mean that, that brand name will be of any help in a fire fight! Remember this too. "Thompson", M1 "Garande', "Armalite" We're all brand new brand names, that hadn't proven themselves at all! But look where those weapons are now! And so we won't know if Daniel Defense, or LWRC, is actually "better" than a long time, always reliable company of Ruger, etc! So purchase what you can! But I've played a Lot of basketball,...never ever wore any Nike, or even Addis! But I scored a lot, stole lots of balls, grabbed many rebounds, and my Converse worked just as well as the guys wearing Nike! So price means absolutely nothing!

[@Moderndaycowboy74]

I started with a Ruger, they are great starter guns. They have cold hammered forged barrels

[@Plucus21]

Ruger makes good ARs for entry level shooters.

[@TjLambo-f3g]

I'm a former 11bravo or infantryman and I have a ruger 556. Great rifle especially if ya change the buttstock, pistol grip and heatshield. But you can def do worse than a ruger.

[@68DMag]

Have had my Ruger for 5 years, zero issues

[@gatornation3889]

My smith and wesson sport 2 has served me well over the last 9 years. I cant afford that level of rifle, but the s&w sport 2 is one most every day blue collar workers can afford.

[@dougfowler6898]

agreed !!

[@Grizzlyman420]

I have the original sport and it’s running strong still. Also have a cheap PSA M4 both great

[@Bo_Spurlock]

If i had 2300$ to put into a AR then add another 500$ to change trigger and buttstock id just stay with a DD. Us poors go with blem BCM. 900 $ done.

[@Justin31789]

Marty Daniel pushes for gun control , screw DD.

[@cmchale79]

Not true

[@30rdmaga]

BCM is 👌

[@RepublicofTX]

@@Justin31789not true. Do you always parrot what you hear without actual research? On a totally different topic, I got a bridge to sell if you’re interested? I totally own it. Trust me, bro

[@mr.b3132]

New BCM uppers less than 750

[@tomgreen1721]

You sir are blessed to be afford such a rifle , for myself no fault but my own is struggling to buy groceries. I love this country and gun makers who try their damnest to make a good gun for an affordable price

[@treasurevessel]

I know what you mean, brother. I'm right there with you. I'm looking at the sabre line from PSA from my first carbine.

[@privateprivate4315]

That will absolutely serve you well

[@moonchoi]

Geissele has a sale right now on a 14.5 SD at 1200!

[@stinkymcstinkerton1854]

@@moonchoiyep!

[@PeteNasia]

Become a you tuber dude

[@elijah2078]

If you are on a budget, I always am, I recommend a Smith and Wesson M&P Sport II or a Ruger AR 556. I've had both and both ran flawlessly after 1000's or rounds. At the time of purchase, the price points of these two were around $650.00.

[@Grizzlyman420]

I have the original sport she’s still running strong and a PSA M4 no issues

[@nothingbutnut2767]

I’m a big supporter of Criterion Barrels with BCM upper parts & bcg. They both make an excellent product. Criterions customer service will go above and beyond to answer any questions you may have, and they ensure that you get the product that will best fit your needs. That means a lot to me in this industry where it’s such commonplace to disregard their paying customers.

[@danieldotter6077]

I was a massive BCM fan until I bought a bolt that would close on a 5.56 No Go gauge on a Criterion barrel. It closed on the same gauge on all of my other rifles as well. Their response? As long as it closes on a field gauge it's good to go. While this may be true per mil spec TDP, this made me realise that BCM really doesn't care about being any better than the minimum mil spec standard. I've taken my business elsewhere.

[@nothingbutnut2767]

@@danieldotter6077 i should have specified better, edited now, I haven’t had any customer service experience with BCM but Criterions customer service could not have been better.

[@RikkiTikkiTavi290]

@@danieldotter6077 What bolt do you like for Criterion barrels then?

[@johnsmith-cp8sy]

Chadd gets Geissele rifle . Chadd removes Geissele trigger . 🤷‍♂

[@Mach141]

Their triggers are over rated, like the rest of the gun.

[@naturallytoasty556]

@@Mach141hater lol

[@johnfarrow3463]

I asked that same question. I haven’t tried EVERY trigger out there, but I have tried many many different triggers, & by far the Geissele Triggers are the Best. Over rated? I don’t think so. But everyone has there personal choices. I’ve got 5 or 6types of Geissele Triggers SSA-E X (3 of them) G2S (2 of them), Super Dynamic Enhanced (SD-E), Super Tricon Trigger (2 of them), & Hi-Speed National Match (3 of them). The SSA-E X is by far my favorite. Oh yeah and a ton of ALG AR triggers & a couple ALG AK triggers. If there’s a better trigger for what I use them for, I’d love to know & try them out too. I am a 2 stage Trigger fanboy, so I’m kinda partial!

[@williamguillIII]

It's a $320 trigger too!

[@theprepperrevelator]

@@Mach141says a guy that’s never owned one! They make ultra reliable hard use products that you can literally trust your life too.

[@Slick64]

I have Daniel Defense for several years. Excellent accuracy and never had any problems. Thanks shoot every week.

[@saintstone187]

This video reminds me of every Glock owner ever, Glock perfection right out the box. All you have to do is change the sights, trigger, and mag release, and it's perfection!!!

[@thecocooreo]

I don't change any of that on mine, add optic + light, zero issues, so yes perfection

[@davidvankeuren3806]

Don’t forget slide stop and guide rod. 😂

[@chriswilson2880]

It doesn't need anything, he even says it comes with a great trigger. For the type of competition he is doing he prefers a different trigger. People who have shot quality triggers have favorites. He is tall and does not need a short stock so why have one that moves?

[@v.german11b]

😅

[@shagnasty6391]

I remember when Glocks first came out.... I REFUSED to buy a plastic gun.... I'm a .45 man!... now I have both.. Glocks are incredibly accurate.. I qualified with my out of the box Glock 19 and my out of the box $2,000 les baer custom... which I also love.. both are great.. but the glock is cheap and good as the best..

[@johnwurfel2862]

My KAC shoots -6 MOA. That means the auto-aim will correct misses to ten rings if I'm within 6" of the target. Auto-aim was included in the purchase price.

[@lukefish7562]

I was about to say Knights if price isn’t an issue. Congrats.

[@podreels7932]

The Kac "aim bot" option is great! Been running it for years! 😂🤣😂

[@RAWEKAM]

😂😂😂 🤙🏽

[@jamesford1304]

No one has mentioned bendy bill yet. URX all day

[@johnfarrow3463]

LOLOL!! Touché Good Sir, Touché!!

[@victordogeman]

Several really great things about geiselle - they come with SSA-E’s out of the box (best trigger for a fighting rifle hands down, excels in rapid fire and precision shooting alike), they have one of the best BCG’s in the industry, you can order a 14.5” pin and weld with a surefire warcomp (open tine/ SOCOM RC2 mount), and you also get the enhanced buffer system, the one that’s an AR10 length tube with an m16 / rifle length spring, but fit for an AR15. This combination of trigger, muzzle device, buffer system, and BCG make for a phenomenal gun under $2k. The beauty in the gun having these specific upgrades already is that they’re some of then most meaningful upgrades you can put on a gun to optimize performance, and they aren’t quite cheap. You can find them on sale (primary arms are legendary for their sales, think 1/3 off or so on the trigger, for instance) often, and rather than spend $1400-$1600 on a duty rifle, then another $240+$135 + $150 + tax + labor … you can get all that stuff from the get-go, installed professionally and with the entire rifle checked over by amazing quality control teams, ensuring their very tight tolerances and mechanical specifications have been met. Great guns.

[@jaydemay7]

I have a LWRC in 5.56 and a 300 blk upper for it and I love it. In my most humble opinion it is as good and often, FAR better than most on the market! Thanks for the great video!

[@Diceman12100]

Yes, I own both and I prefer my LWRC DI over the Geissele. Mine doesn't get that dirty and my vertical grip doesn't touch the gas block. But I have the 13 inch mLock rail installed also.

[@teamstucker624]

I have 2 LWRC rifles DI in.300 Blkout I have had no issues with my gas block hitting anything. LWRC builds an amazing rifle and is under valued/not much KZbin love in the higher midrange AR market.

[@GeisseleAutomatics]

We really appreciate your business and the review! We agree that all AR's are not built the same, and we want to get the best possible components to our users. Let us know how the Tactical Games go for you, would love to see some videos!

[@d1909a]

yea I agree.. but my Smith m&p sports 2 doing just fine..Blessing brothers and sisters

[@shagnasty6391]

M&P AR-10s are what I gave my boy's for their first AR.... because it's a great gun.....

[@zak_5994]

just bought the sport 3 a few weeks back. put about 500 rounds through it and only had 2 malfunctions. but the 2 malfunctions were the first 2 rounds because it was STRAIGHT out of the box. love it

[@dablazarus7303]

M&P is a great rifle but it's not worth the current asking price of $800 in most areas. Completely outclassed by the IWI Zion at the same price.

[@zak_5994]

@@dablazarus7303 i must’ve gotten lucky. i got it with a carrying case, 3 extra mags, a romeo5 red dot, and a box of 200 rounds for a total of $810

[@GR33NPooP]

​@@zak_5994 I also got the sport 3, have yet to try it yet. Wish iy was ready out the box 📦 ne3d an optic

[@robinfusonsinkerslider4997]

It's a great rifle for sure. My choice though is the ADM UIC Mod 2. It comes with most all upgrades you'd normally add to a rifle. Including full ambi lower, the Geissele 2 stage trigger, a chose of muzzle break, raptor ambi charging handle, Talon ambi selector (45 degree)

[@heatheruntz5315]

I am a super duty owner but my buddy I go shooting with owns a ADM uic mod 2 with the criterion hybrid barrel and it is a sweet rifle. He was able to get a 2in 5 round shot group at 200m with it using an 8x lpvo. I wasn't able to do that with the geissele but I was just using a 4x acog. I almost got an ADM but I didn't want to wait on it to be delivered they said it would be 3 or 4 months.

[@waynecribbs786]

Thanks Chad. I have a 16" and 14.5" of theirs. Great shooting rifles and not ONE malfunction so far. Thanks Brother

[@theccwdad]

Way too expensive for me but its a rad setup. Glad it lives with someone who is gonna run it as hard as it deserves.

[@scotscottscottt]

Diamondback DB15

[@jmac2465]

I built a Wilson Combat(.308) for a clone mark 12 build(I know it’s more mark11 or sr-25 variants) all off of BLEM parts, but all WC. These rifles are $3K plus without optics. I built mine for a little under half($1500ish) w/o optic. It is a tac driver. I searched every website for WC Blem’s or clearance and was patient. Took about a year, but finally pieced it together. Well worth the wait. Could hardly find any blemishes on parts and they were all in spec. Be patient and vigilant and turn Manufacturer errors into your gains!! Stay thirsty my friends!! FYI, I did not use Blems for barrel. Don’t want to go cheap on that part!

[@BigDaddy-lm1rl]

The best AR I have found, for the average working man is a PSA, they’re reasonably priced and I have a great customer service

[@Balticblue93]

PSA Sabre product line is the best firearm for the money. I have sold a dozen because they sell themselves once you look at what you get. I stock a couple models and bought one for myself.

[@Southernguitar74]

My #1 gun is a SOLGW, but I have a couple of PSA’s and they have been very good and reliable. I am glad to own them.

[@gemineyes6160]

The Jakyl is a phenomenal rifle.

[@drob762]

I’m a BCM guy. I own one AR and the acog set up and that’s all. Does it all and have over 6000 rounds through it.

[@drob762]

I’m a BCM guy. I own one AR and the acog set up and that’s all. Does it all and have over 6000 rounds through it.

[@mojo4376]

What size barrel is on that rifle?

[@calebwhite1999]

Instead of being jealous of someone's capability to purchase the best rifle possible, maybe people should get their crap together, so they can improve their life and their purchases. Love this channel and the content.

[@v.german11b]

You sound like a "motivational high-roller" 🤣

[@calebwhite1999]

@@v.german11b or not a whiny poor.

[@v.german11b]

@@calebwhite1999 I am far from poor. I am retired, doing well. What I am not is a pretender snob like yourself, though. That's the difference, Mr. "High-roller" 😆

[@v.german11b]

@@calebwhite1999 But you are a big pretender 😉😄

[@calebwhite1999]

@@v.german11b Wishing others to stop whining and being jealous is not being a pretender. Your attempted insult is nonsensical.

[@robertloszewski1347]

I have the exact same one, but pistol version. I’ve got close to 2000 rounds through mine and just took another rifle class with it last weekend. Absolutely love it. It’s my go-to if SHTF.

[@hillbilly_delux78]

Dude has an 80 cruiser now too? Dang.. I love my Fj62... and my Daniel Defense.. Thats how im rolling.

[@briancarroll8382]

Starting to truly understand the difference between the quality of rifles like this compared the “affordable” options out there. Great review. Thanks

[@AJEI44life]

My SHTF rifle is a Ruger AR- 5.56 standard. It's not even a free floater. It's well built, sturdy, accurate right out of the box and is just as LETHAL as my CMMG'S. It's not always the car, it's mostly the driver. Practice with what you have. Become proficient with it, not everyone can afford to drive a Porsche.

[@MarthaTorres-gu7vd]

Iv got the same one. Payed a grand. With gun scope 5 clips and a thousand rounds.

[@ARIELGOMEZ-u2j]

Where did you get the OD Green version? They don’t have any on their site…

[@KNIGHTOFSIN187]

Psa Sabre 14.5 with FN CHF barrel, Hyper fire rbt trigger, fathers of freedom BCG by microbest, carpenter 158 bolt steel, upper/lower forged, springco springs, magpul funiture with a Geissele handguard with steel QD mounts,Radian raptor C/H, with a JMAC KEYMO MOUNT muzzle device for $1249 in my opinion is the best out the box ar15 for the money, on point with a bcm but $300 cheaper, excellent rifle when matched to a 1-6x LPVO of your choosing, 14.5 ballistics are around 2980 FPS

[@sirbalanced5486]

Nothing wrong with your choice I like PSA. If you would’ve spent a few hundred more, you would be holding a BCM, SOLGW, or an LWRC.

[@KNIGHTOFSIN187]

@@sirbalanced5486 not needed, that total package is actually better than a bcm overall for $300 less

[@karlgunn1209]

PSA a working mans budget candy toy store

[@MadRhetorik.]

Yea LWRC and BCM have stellar reputations

[@woodystube1000]

You make a good point. What you get for the extra $300 is that extra bit of deburring/fit and finish, and overall quality control with rigs like BCM. There are a lot of knowledgeable hands and eyes inspecting a BCM before it gets shipped. You just have to decide whether it’s worth the extra $300 for the rifle that, although you can’t seem to put your finger on it, just feels smoother and shoots better. Not knocking PSA, they ship some good stuff at reasonable prices, but there IS a difference.

[@jameshilmes1878]

What barrel length is that?

[@markpeto3232]

As ‘ol Ferris once said, “If you have the means I highly recommend one”. For the average guy, in my humble opinion, PSA makes a hell of a great overall product.

[@danlenson4297]

Love the reference -- thanks for the laugh! Best movie of all time 🤙🏽

[@keithgormley974]

Colt. 14.5" free floating barrel. Best duty rifle I ever used. Served me well for over a decade.

[@jjmag3107]

Very nice rifle you picked up. I built a Super Duty out of Geissele Christmas sale parts. Completely G except for the barrel, which I chose to use a Daniel Defense for. Went with a green upper, and DDC (FDE) lower. Saved about 40%ish vs a factory built. I also have G Mark16 rails and triggers on a few other Colt ARs. G’s stuff is pricey, but if you can catch it on sale, which they run a few times a year, you can get some great deals.

[@heatheruntz5315]

I think that's what the Army SF guys use the DD barrel in their geissele urgi uppers. Really good choice

[@_Brando_69]

Man i been loving the PSA stuff recently. There nice drop in trigger is really good too for the price

[@mrmugatu1look638]

Sweet looking AR. I wouldn't mind getting a better quality upper at some point but PSA has been doing just fine for my needs atm.

[@brotherkron]

I picked up a Radian model 1 a few months ago... it was a bit more then the geissele but im supporting a local company that make great products.. sub m.o.a confirmed. even without the black hills ammo recommended. I do like the geissele's though good choice!

[@GodGunsGills]

Blessings of grace, mercy, peace, and love

[@garygates5679]

THANK YOU .. !!! ✝ WOW WHAT A BEAUTIFUL STATEMENT ... !!!!!!!✝

[@GodGunsGills]

@@garygates5679 amen

[@garygates5679]

@@GodGunsGills GOD BLESS YOU AND FAMILY ... !!!!! A - MEN ..!!!!

[@johnfarrow3463]

I’ve got all Geissele parts on my builds. Back 2-3 years ago I bought a 14.5” Super Duty for a class. Used it in the class & fell in love! The only things I change on them are the safety selector (Radian GI Safety) & the pistol grip (Magpul K2+). I have bought a 10.3”, 11.5”, & 16” in 556 nato. Thanks for doing this video. Everyone has their favorite set up, the Geissele Super Duty is by far my favorite!! I’ve got some 3,000$-5,000$ rifles & the Geissele’s I bought right after Shot show at 35% off. So I only paid 1,300$ +/-. Dollar for Dollar & Pound for Pound It’s the Best rifle platform I own!! EDIT:: You changed the trigger? I’m not sure if I’d do that, but to each their own! The Geissele Trigger is what got me buying Geissele parts. I’m curious as to what trigger you used & how it’s working for you?

[@devinplunkett9677]

Its definitely a timney trigger but im not sure what model it is.

[@bodidll6964]

I've found the best out of box on any firearm is what you can afford, now if you are going to battle you need a real firearm.

[@GodGunsGills]

BCM, Geissele, SOLGW, and DD are my 4...

[@ColdGrapeDrink]

noveske? LMT?

[@GeorgeeeW]

Ive heard this is a really nice gun, never shot it but easy to believe. Geissele makes great stuff, my favorite triggers by far. I personally have a Noveske but all brands listed here are top notch 👍🏽

[@msquared9605]

I want a sons of Liberty so bad

[@steventurner9098]

For my needs and price point BCM works for me.

[@SuperFcsmith]

Excellent rifle Chadd. Looking to build one gradually. Stripped lower receivers are reasonable. My top three are BCM, Colt, CMMG.

[@johnwhite4050]

Couldn’t agree more with your choice. And, I have a Daniel and Noveske. Geissele beats both hands down.

[@privateprivate4315]

Have you ever tried Centurion Arms? I got a CM4. Love it. Owner is a former team guy and Bill Rapier runs them.

[@seanwhite304]

I've been using Centurion Products since 2007 or 2008. Centurion CM4 is by far my favorite. Colt , Centurion , BCM and LMT I've been using for the longest . SOLGW M4-89 13.7 V2 HF With Ambi CONTROLS Lower is another phenomenal Factory Carbine . I've never really been Geissele Fan . Love their triggers but I prefer Centurion. Monty is a good dude who builds top quality Rigs . My go too rig is Centurion CM4 Custom 13.7" MIDWEIGHT HF On LMT MARS-L Lower

[@hazercollins4656]

I love the way you're calm and relaxed before you change a mag

[@ochi5.56]

i love my DD Mk18 ! Round 3k without a single malfunction .

[@Carnaln8ure]

What is the barrel length out of the box?

[@wvlongshooter3912]

It’s strange how I don’t get notifications when your vids come out. I have to randomly look for your new ones. I’ve click the bell but I know KZbin doesn’t like people like you and me.

[@alexashworth3119]

I've been seeing comments and everything else hidden or disappeared. Shoot, youtube just sent me a gay minister in my feed like wtf lol Hahahahah 😂😂

[@markwhite6782]

Same here

[@txgreek3512]

I’ve owned owned a couple of those Geissele rifles and after one to many issues I replaced them both with a couple LWRC DI’s and never looked back. These things are tack drivers and most accurate AR15’s I own and even after thousands of rounds on my LWRC DI’s I’ve had ZERO issues. LWRC rifles are one if the highest recommended rifles accepted into United States Military, Geissele is not, only their triggers.

[@null2470]

I've ordered three parts from G$ here and there. A charging handle which was out of spec and didn't work. A scope mount which was out of spec and didn't work. An MR762 trigger which works, but isn't as good as the factory trigger it replaced. From my experiences I don't see value in G$ products, though perpetually online shooters seem to love them.

[@kanejakejimmy]

I agree. I like the handguards, but thats it. I don't even buy his triggers anymore. Larue MBT is a better value and I feel more safe. And the internet is filled with unhappy reports about the barrels.

[@alanmeyers3957]

I have this rifle and others to compare it to, it has several upgrades and it is a superior rifle, you sound like you’re salty because of the price of G$ parts, I get it, my truck gun is an aero assembled by me with a G$ trigger.

[@jordanwilliam7334]

Is that the 10.3"?

[@v.german11b]

*The fact is, most working middle-class Americans can not afford high-end expensive ARs. In fact, affordable reliable rifles like the IWI Z-15 Tactical, Palmetto State Armory PSA-15, Diamondback DB-15, S&W M&P 15 Volunteer, Ruger MPR 556, Radical Firearms RF-15, Springfield Armory Saint, and others alike, are most popular among the working middle-class. The actual truth is that those rifles mentioned perform well for home defense, security, target shooting, plinking, and hunting. They are perfectly fine and provide the service intended for. Truthfully, most gun owners can not afford a Geissele Super Duty 5.56. This is a fact; it is too expensive for the working middle-class.*

[@FreedomInc]

$2k isn't high end. Its a mid tier rifle.and no it isn't a "fact". It cokes down to ehst is important to you. A rifle that will run in any condition isn't important to most people. These are the same people who buy a rifle. Then don't spend the time and money to get training to learn what they don't know. If you can't afford 2k for a rifle you definitely haven't spent a dollar on training. Which means luck better be in your side if you ever need that rifle.

[@v.german11b]

@@FreedomInc 😆 Do the research, and find out what AR 15 manufacturers sell the most... Hint: It is not DD nor the GSD.

[@FreedomInc]

@@v.german11b no. But it isnt because people can't afford them. Not to mention there are far superior rifles then either company for less money. However since your favorite guntuber isnt given one (like bcm floodedcreatirs with) you will never hear about them. The truth be told answeson makes and sells more rifles than anyone. Under branding from Anderson, to spikes tactical, to bcm. Its become a joke. However there are those who know. Then those who know what they have been told or think they know.

[@v.german11b]

@@FreedomInc 😆 You need to find out and learn about how middle-class working Americans live... Just for starters, most middle-class live paycheck to paycheck, and most of them don't have $500 in savings for an emergency. But, obviously, you don't know much about economics.

[@FreedomInc]

@@v.german11b first, then they are not middle class. Second I live paycheck to paycheck. Yet if I want something instead of buying that soda. I buy a case of water and a bag if ice that lasts days. Or we don't eat out. Then we buy that $600 or $5k thing when we save the money. They don't have $500 in savings because it isnt important to them. Why? Mainly because of the pillow affect. Meaning no matter what choice you make. Daddy will make sure you are on a compfy pillow when its over. If your saftey was important to you then you will make it a priority no matter how much money you make. Spend less. Thereed a secret. Don't stay in debt. Theres another one. Know how to do everything yourself so you dont have to pay to have anything done. There is the three secrets to life. It took me 40ish years to figure it out. There ya go. Its free without consequence for you

[@aceontheline8718]

Does anyone know what the optic is?

[@kevinhullinger8743]

The upper alone is priced at 12-1,400! Why not recommend BCM as well for a more affordable price point.

[@mattthebutcher3324]

Bcm rules

[@rjwilliams7940]

Excellent review. Thank Blake for me for all his research lol...I just ordered one.

[@Trapphausmusic]

The smith & wesson M&P sport 2 is the best AR out of the box for the money IMO

[@2a2day]

Haha you joking right?

[@kevinlawler3252]

I got one. It’s affordable and dependable.. from a well established and proven name.

[@Trapphausmusic]

@@2a2day kzbin.info/www/bejne/h5aXeKmMjrOEmMUsi=6X8kcuC_NYPWG6dN

[@28Knuckles]

It actually is

[@sethgriffin6014]

IWI Zion is like 200 buck more and leaps and bounds ahead of it

[@JimSetzer]

A nice review and covered a lot of details for this particular rifle. It is true all ARs are not created equal contrary to some other reviewers. Stick to what you know and train with. I was raised on Colt and for better or worse… I still stick to that brand and I do not jump into the rabbit hole of component “upgrades.” Only recently, have I delved into Daniel Defense ARs. Again, I work with what the manufacturer provides and spend a lot of time studying optics and working with the iron sights on any given weapon system. If you can afford a high level AR and then feverishly start swapping out components… go for it. That’s the beauty of our sport/hobby. To 3 of 7 Project… I love all of the content which most certainly helps me focus on my faith, health, and mental focus.

[@ReticentIndignation]

Can get these for much cheaper on holidays, sales etc. Colored variants go for as low as 1600$. I did see a black 16" go for around 1300 during this past Christmas. Excellent trigger, shoots well, albeit the rail makes a bit heavy imho.

[@johnfarrow3463]

Truth 💯!! I wait until right after Shot show, & the last one I bought cost around 1,300$. # NEVER PAY RETAIL!

[@antonlueker9648]

Agreed 👍

[@Texasbroski512]

Changing that trigger is blasphemous amazing rifle I have a 14.5 ddc live it kinda want a 16” odg

[@dweberlvnworth]

I prefer piston AR’s. I have an HK MR 556, HK MR 762, and a couple of Adam Arms AR’s. They are ultra reliable, run very clean, pass the over-the-beach test and don’t explode like DI guns, and do better with suppressors than a DI gun.

[@dav762s]

I'm with you. But I'm a pws fan boy . Mk111/116 and 218.

[@CajunBlaster-qd1ks]

My LMT piston was so clean and accurate, it was amazing. Lost it in house fire.😣

[@irafowlerjr.7492]

Helpful info, thanks

[@ericdavis1660]

AGREE - Their QC is outstanding. Right "out of the box" you get the trigger, rail, buffer/spring and charging handle that you'd put in a custom build. Head-space that bolt and I don't know what more you could ask for.

[@MACKTRUCKHUGE]

Bigfoot doesn’t stand a chance!!!

[@ryanrichardson9915]

You know, when I first saw your content, I thought, "who the hell is this guy"? But after watching you for a while, I have come to respect the hell out of you. Thanks for your service. I have one of those Super Duty's, and a couple of BCM Recce's. Both are amazing. Good luck at the Games!

[@AString95]

My first AR was a POF Renegade plus and it’s a great rifle.

[@kebotrans]

I have a few of these. POF ARs are sweet

[@Glock_Doc]

I have an old bushmaster ar that has served me faithfully and it was quite affordable (at the time). Probably around 24-25 years ago ❤

[@justinarsenault1926]

Awesome..love the videos. Thanks for you effort to get them out.

[@Smile-hp1xg]

Do you like it more then the Danial defense mk 18 or the ddm4v7?

[@williamhebrlee415]

The best rifle is the one that will take care of business, regardless of price. Nuff said.

[@hunterhamilton812]

Great choice. One quick note: spin that barricade stop around so you can run that rough flat portion up against the barricade and pin it between the barricade and your shoulder.

[@harrygrimley4352]

For the man where money is not an option. Maybe we should be watching blakes review? You immediately changed three things and call this OUT OF THE BOX?? Nuff said average guy.

[@catescdc8]

He said in the video everything that came with it was fine. He mentioned in this video and precious videos about why he's changing things for his competition shooting.

[@impolite2n1p3r8]

lol this dude doesn’t realize even if a guns perfect out of the box. It’s still always gonna get a upgraded grip, trigger or stock but grip and triggers are usually always a first

[@MichaelMoore-zn3ql]

Jackass...

[@LIFEbyBrandon]

dont be broke

[@johnhenryhilliard1338]

You sound like the guy that buys a Taurus G2C and says it’s just as good as a sig😂

[@joelhunter984]

Giving Wilson Combat some love. I know of two examples with 11.3/1:7 twist that will shoot consistent 1/2 inch groups at 100. Rock solid rifles.

[@ShawnPruitt-p3f]

I have two and they are the best ar I have ever owned (out of maybe 25 different models) Not a single failure and they will shoot sub moa easily If you ask me, it is the best value in an ar 15 money can buy right now

[@joelhunter984]

@@ShawnPruitt-p3f Agreed Brother

[@davidvankeuren3806]

I knew the second I saw that rifle it was out of my league financially and probably for most of your viewers. Nice rifle sure, but in the real world most of us will never be able to afford one, consequently I bailed on this video shortly into it. My world: Smith & Wesson AR for $500.

[@garygates5679]

PREACH IT BROTHER .. !!!!! $ $ $ $

[@RS-un7zm]

The title was "BEST" not most affordable. 😂

[@jluther1755]

Love my M&P sport 2🤙

[@johnpoole8321]

@@jluther1755 I'll drink to that one with the money I saved🤣. Trigger, magpul stock and free floater and only in a grand total and could upgrade over time making it super easy on the pocket and nice.

[@chrishill7595]

The thing is if you can't afford something that you want, all it takes is just save up a couple weeks or months. But either way nothing wrong with S&W. Shit I started out with a DB15.

[@VashTheStampede248]

Where could i purchase on of the brackets for the 4x4 post shown at 2:49 in the video? Thanks for any help.

[@RR-iv9gx]

Only $2,300 🤦‍♂️

[@improbability]

Geissele runs big sales a few times a year. I got mine a couple of years ago for around the price of a BCM.

[@garygates5679]

$ $ $

[@kalibrateddrift]

​@@improbability they had one 2 days ago. 14.5" were going for 1200 bucks.

[@naturallytoasty556]

Catch them on sale on Black Friday etc

[@davidwpierce1972]

Build one using count blemula parts to save money

[@PrayingPanda]

1:30 funny enough, I'm like Blake. That's why i can look back at my collection and see minimal waste and minimal poor purchases.

[@theblishknovk]

Same here! Haha

[@PrinceArming]

@warriorssetfree appreciates you brother! Proverbs 3:3!

[@dependablekit5500]

All I have to say is never get rid of that green one because they don't make them anymore all you can get now is the black or the ddc I made the mistake of selling mine 6 moths ago and I have spent the last 4 months trying to replace it but mine wasn't the o d green mine was the 40mm green great looking rig and great video love the channel!!!!

[@KrKr_FL]

Love the geissele. Primary arms had the black blem model of this upper for 800. Geissele smoking crack on the trigger prices though.

[@kevinhullinger8743]

AGL is their sister company the ACT battle trigger is super solid for under 80.00 now at most places.

[@johnpoole8321]

@@kevinhullinger8743 Wow great deal

[@KrKr_FL]

@@kevinhullinger8743 love the ALG act for single stage. But the LaRue MBT is my fav 2 stage.

[@kevinhullinger8743]

@@KrKr_FL I would agree 👍

[@heatheruntz5315]

You're the only person I know of who changed the trigger on this rifle. I own a 16 odg super duty and it is great probably the best ar15 i have ever owned

[@Ns17105]

I hope alot of people in here know that you can get a decent decent rifle for half of what he paid for his "green" gun. For someone that says he's broke alot apparently ain't broke like alot of us if you can spend over 2 grand on a rifle and have time to make a video. I'm not hating but as Joe says.... C'mon man.

[@ericbeech2652]

True, a Kia will get you from point a to point b just like a lexas would.

[@KrKr_FL]

Is that the 14.5?

[@chrissavage8107]

You clearly haven’t run “Tactical Games” Types of events or at least not enough of them with that set up. LoL … You put a PRS Lite stock on a 🔥💪 you need for “run & gun” / “cross fit” event type of things WTF … THEN took probably the greatest trigger of current times out and put in a cassette style trash trigger that you needed to put Anti-Rotation pins on for WTF … THEN you put on a gimmick grip from a Trash Bag Anti Freedom Back Stabbing Company like Wilson ((never been to)) combat AND to top it all off you claim this is your pick for “THE BEST OUT THE BOX AR”?!?! Bro you put out a lot of great content but please reevaluate your decisions here. Not Good!!! AND JUST AN FYI … GEISSELE Does Have The USASOC Contract For Their URGI = Upper Receiver Group Improved and That Went Through A Very Limited Test & Evale (( so it wasn’t considered favoritism )) But The URGI Was Very Much A Made To Order Situation. With That Said, That was The Only One Tested and Not The Super Duty Line up Such As The One Represented In Your Video Here. While The Super Duty Is A Fantastic Item, It Absolutely Wasn’t “Military Tested” and Or Approved.

[@magi5587]

I'm interested in learning more, what would be some of your best out of the box ar's and what would you personally use, custom or factory choices.

[@chrissavage8107]

@@magi5587The Geissele line up are all fantastic “Out of The Box” AR’s but if you take things like the Trigger and other Components out and replace those with inferior stuff it changes that. Personally it all depends on what you’re going to do with it, expectations and budget. I feel in NO particular order bc it depends on the individual more then the tool more often then not that …… BCM - ((Pretty Darn Hard To Beat In Regards To What U Get For Your $)) SONS OF LIBERTY - ((Same As Above But Also Has The Most NO Nonsens Warranty On The Market)) GEISSELE - ((Sticker Shock Is A Thing But They Also Have The Biggest Sales & Most Frequent Sales. Can Be Had At Great Prices)) DANIEL DEFENSE (( Probably Get The Least For Your Money But Still Good Stuff)) These Last Two I Suggest People Research Heavily Before Diving In But Definitely Industry Leaders!! LMT KNIGHTS ARMAMENT are all fantastic choices to buy slap an optic on them get some ammo and start shooting. Now are there other options? ABSOLUTELY This just happens to be the short list off top right now. Feel Free If You Have Any Questions.

[@MikeJones100_]

I just ordered a BCM 14.5 blem upper with BCG for $661 today. This is an upgrade from my current setup and heard good things about them for the price. That’s a sweet new setup you got tho.

[@JohnDoeEagle1]

BCM make good rifles and parts but a few others today (post 2010) are a bit better. Back in the days of cheap Bushmaster, Rock River, Stag etc etc the BCM was WAY better!

[@MikeJones100_]

@@JohnDoeEagle1 right on. I have a cheap literal no name upper I got at a gun show like 10 years ago. So this should be an upgrade. I need a better rifle to train with but I will look to get something better in the future.

[@FRMN8R_T4R]

Love the SOLGW rifles also - absolutely solid hard-use rifles that are stupid reliable and awesome shooters.

[@Southernguitar74]

My SOLGW is an animal!

[@bobbyyoung2831]

Use WD 40 Dry Lube on ammo before loading. Doesn't gum up. I put them in a box and spray the rounds down and then losd them into mags.

[@johndunn9602]

I’m sure it’s a nice rifle. Love the color. But for the better part of four decades in the military, I got issued an M-16 that was built by the lowest bidder. Most of those being Colts or FN’s but still built for the Army with the lowest bid. We shared an arms room with a seal team out on Ford Island in Hawaii So I know you guys get issued better weapons than we had. But I used that lowest bidder M-16 to shoot expert my entire Army career. I really don’t think a $2500 rifle is gonna cause me to shoot much better than I am with say a PSA. Sure does look nice though.

[@billybrister1805]

Might help in an ongoing fight to have a cleaner shooting rifle 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@bayou-buy-me]

Amen brother…PSA is a solid and more economically friendly option for us common folk.

[@jimmycapps7263]

i've owned my LWRC piston driven rifle since 2015 and I would put it up against anything! it is by far the cleanest running AR I have ever Owned !

[@gman-db9lx]

Agree Jimmy. I’ve had mine since 2014. LWRCI is now making direct impingement models. That had to be what he had. A piston gas system is the cleanest firing system you can get. He’s probably now affiliated with Geiselle.

[@revolutionanarchy713]

Have this exact rifle, color and everything. Also the matching one in 10.3 as well. Completely agree on the title of the video too!

[@woodystube1000]

Another great, to the point video! If someone is serious about training and competition, and/or actually believes they may one day need the rifle for defense, a rifle like this one is worth every penny. Buy once, cry once. Geissele, Daniel Defense, Knights, LWRC, Etc., are the standards for quality builds and it is personal preference between the manufacturers. A PSA or other budget rifle is great for plinking and having fun with, but they are just not built like the ones I named (far from all inclusive). CHF barrels, 158 carpenter steel bolts, fit and finish, quality control, just to name a few important elements. These all mean a great deal with an AR.

[@bobdole7701]

BS...

[@woodystube1000]

@@bobdole7701 great comment. Thank you for sharing your perspective on the issue.

[@farisvernon800]

Watching while on the move to visit family in Virginia. Love you guys. Getting my 3of7 fix on the road today. Love you all

[@gemineyes6160]

I built my AR piece by piece. Bravo company receivers with ballistic advantage Hanson barrel. Rise armament bcg and 535 trigger. Radian raptor charging handle. It has no kick at all. Clean shooting and sub moa accuracy. It was a fun build.

[@mojo4376]

I’ve got a Geissele Super Duty. In the same green too. It’s awesome. Good call on the rifle.

[@GroomsJk]

Geissele makes a great carbine; and of course, perfected the AR trigger. I have the piston version of the LWRC (M6 IC Enhanced), and it runs much cleaner than the DI variant. This piston version is used by British Special Forces (ultra compact for close protection) and the Swedish SOG - and has extensive combat experience since 2006. I also own the piston version of the LMT Mars LS. Moreover both rifles have an adjustment to prevent over gassing when running a suppressor. Geissele did win a huge AR-10 SOCOM sniper contract - beating out the Knights SR-25 among others - so that puts them in great company.

[@MrSymbolic7]

Same here bought the LWRC 16" barrel , but it's chambered in 6.8 spc and it does run clean !

[@pweller66]

Chadd, what grip are you using on this Geissele?

[@sheilahammerschmidt8405]

Any reason you chose the Geissele over the Knights Armament SR15?

[@TacTechTrail]

Looks like an absolute BEAST. Thanks for all the great information

[@sameubanks7349]

Who makes the 4x4 brackets you used to make your shooting obstacle?

[@Keeping_It_Wheel]

What optic are you using here?

[@savage36]

Expensive but worth every penny. If you don’t have the money then just save up and buy it part by part. Yes, an Aero will do the same and last-until it doesn’t. Ever have a part fail on the range? That will ruin your day. Part failure when the SHTF might ruin your life. There is a reason why a Corvette costs more than a Subaru.

[@michaeltuck9510]

Worked in AFG with the DD and it was dependable and accurate. Great vid on the SD though. Be safe out there brother.

[@bobdole7701]

My 3 were put together by me 20 years ago and my frankin rifles have many thousands of rounds shot.Im stickin to my old stuff but glad your happy with your new rifle bro.