Daniel Defense M4A1 RIII Tabletop Review and Field Strip

[@usmc6429]

I own a couple of DD and they are outstanding rifles. Fit, finish, accuracy are top tier and 2nd cool factor is a plus. They are a step up from my BCM’s for a little more money. Watch for sales and you can get both brands at a decent price. Thanks for your service. 👊🏼

[@peeeoii2738]

I stick with BCM thermo fit recivers and Daniel barrels. I lap my bcm upper then place loctite 680 on my barrel extension to maximize consistency

[@Radvous]

DD isn't an upgrade over BCM. They are pretty on par with each other.

[@usmc6429]

@@Radvous I disagree with that statement, I’ve never had to send my DD’s back in to be repaired due to being out of spec and the barrel nut not being tight out of the factory.

[@Radvous]

@usmc6429 oh no, is that really what happened?

[@usmc6429]

@@Radvous 2 separate rifles.

[@alpinaca]

I bought a DD MK18 pistol back when they were $1.4k shipped. They were one of the few legit ar pistol makers at the time. If price were not a constraint wouldn’t mind picking a RIII upper to replace a bcm upper I have, standard mil-spec for a chf barrel would be an upgrade.

[@ivan-sn6rc]

Finally an in-depth look and review. Thank you

[@mariorossi9300]

If I order another rifle from DD my wife will divorce me.

[@ucitiplayitbuie6810]

Lol, go for it!!

[@davidhunter9974]

😂

[@GBGuns]

She'll still he upset, but you'll have another rifle. Sounds like a win to me

[@MrRjezonie]

Haha I’m in the same boat my friend

[@octaviolizarraga9141]

Do it

[@Antykain]

I have the DD M4A1 RIS III rifle as well and love it! I will be adding a suppressor soon using the HUXWRX Flow 556K.. I noticed you pointed out the wear pattern on the charging handle. Mine has the same wear pattern on the Grip-n-Rip charging handle that was originally installed.. and the same on the Radian Raptor that is installed currently. No issues with it at all though.

[@Ultrarmx]

The suppressor will go over the welded flash hider?

[@Antykain]

@@Ultrarmx No, It will not. I had the flash hider that came with the M4A1 RIS III removed by a local gun gunsmith and have the HUXWRX Flash Hider QD-556 pin and welded in it place. The DD flash hider is not suppressor compatible. I wish the M4A1 RIS III came with a suppressor compatible muzzle device from the factory..

[@PezRacer]

@@Antykainabout how much were you charged for the gunsmith work to unpin and pin a new one?

[@Antykain]

@@PezRacer $45 for removal of the factory installed flash hider, and $70 to reinstall (pin & weld) the new muzzle device. Again this was done by a local gunsmith. If you don't have a local gunsmith that will do the work, I also recommend sending your upper to D. Wilson Manufacturing for the same service. $30 for removal and $60 for new pin and weld install. You also need to add whatever shipping cost that will be needed and insurance for the upper. He does a fantastic job with his pin and welds and everything he touches. 🤙

[@PezRacer]

@@Antykain thanks for responding, I appreciate it! Those prices seem very reasonable to me.

[@JackofNothingess]

DD makes some great ARs, and while not the most budget friendly to my wallet, it's still a quality build. Thanks Graham!

[@mdmonroe82]

Most charging handles are going to be more worn on the right side because most shooters are right handed and when we charge the weapon from the left side, we have a tendency to pull back and to the right, so that side gets pushed into the receiver, leaving the other side clean. Opposite would happen for a Lefty.

[@JeffSterner]

I own a DDM4A1 with RIII upper and a DDM4 PDW and love both of them. Stock triggers are only complaint but it's a common gripe with DD. The video was very helpful in field stripping and cleaning both as some of the steps weren't that intuitive in other videos. Thanks!

[@shawnmrfixitlee6478]

very well made , Daniel defence is unique in so many ways ! Needs cleaned , But I bet it has been around the block a few times ! Great vid, Enjoyed ..👍👍

[@matthewtE]

Uploaded 3 hours ago, how actually convenient! It's like you were following me with binoculars lol

[@GBGuns]

It was actually upladed 4 months ago, just not published until now.

[@SoldierBoii47]

I went with Daniel Defense because they are contracted by SOCOM. They make barrels for military and can last almost forever.

[@kdubb11]

Only the rails not the guns

[@3SLXXV]

​@@kdubb11they absolutely provide entire guns, source: personal experience

[@kdubb11]

@@3SLXXV they do not provide entire guns for “military contracts”. Of course they sell entire guns, you can go to any gun shop and see that.

[@3SLXXV]

@@kdubb11 lol ok dude

[@FNGof2010]

How does the ambi lower stack up against other similar offerings, such as LMT's and Radian's?

[@absoluteresolution3822]

I have 3 DD rifles and they are all great!!! I’m picking up the M4A1 RIII but I’ll be putting the quad rail on it. I just want the ambi lower and I’ll use the rail for another rifle. The M4A1 looks great with the quad rail and I can’t bare a standard MLOK rail on the M4A1 that every rifle now has. It only saves you 6 ounce in weight with the MLOK rail.

[@jeffreydelima2372]

Just picked one up, love it!!!!

[@menandroplan1554]

Tool adjustable gas block. Its adjustable but not on the go if that makes sense

[@danav3387]

Can the barrell and/or gas block be removed without cutting the pin/weld off?

[@Ultrarmx]

What’s the difference from DD M4A1 Mil Spec? Price difference about $150.00

[@mmaworldwides1129]

New to gun, whats the difference with ddm4a1 and ddm4a1 riii

[@square4life981]

Do maglocks and king pins for ar15s fit on these m4s?

[@Jake-nz3nl]

What suppressors are compatible with that muzzle device?

[@thevillageyid]

I got the m4a1 riii and the stock spring makes clicky noises when moving the rifle. the stock is fine but that noise is annoying. is that normal?

[@Mamba503]

I’m not sure if the rigidity justifies the weight

[@birdsoup777]

Thank you

[@mikehawk7230]

What video game has a Daniel’s defense rifle ?

[@tonieskonen5665]

any over gas?

[@mrshort2379]

out of curiosity, what does the dragging wear on the charging handle mean? should I be concerned, because mine has just about removed all of the finish, and it has done that, since the day I bought my AR, and replaced it with an aftermarket, and almost immediately started wearing after some light use.

[@GBGuns]

It's usually indicative of uneven pulling. No real harm done

[@ckkevin9620]

I think that wear on the charging handle might be because of the way the charging handle pulls back. Seems like it puts a lot of pressure on that side if you pull it back using the left side. At least for me it doesn't slide back as smoothly nor unlocks as a Radian does when using just the left side to charge it so I changed mine to a Radian and it's much better. I also didn't like the trigger at all and changed that to a Geissele and so much better. All that being said I've had it for a few months and still haven't shot it. 😢

[@Gunker02]

Exactly that. If you use one hand manipulation it's going to put pressure on one side or the other.

[@scaleworksRC]

I've seen Frog lube do the same thing to other people's guns. CLP works great so far and smells kinda nice.

[@GBGuns]

I'm not a fan of Frog Lube and the mud is makes.

[@gageirwin7206]

Frog lube is trash no good for cold weather . Shooters lube is the best solvent I have ever used and it has no smell . Also the oil they make is fantastic . Highly recommend

[@Kratos_God_of_50_BMG]

Man, some authors can't just take 10mins to wipe down the rifle for the next guy!? Well, too rich for my blood, but great tabletop Graham! Are you dropping a sight on this for a range review?

[@GBGuns]

Nah, I think I'll group it just using the rail :p (kidding). Not sure which optic I'll use yet, might give that Wraith Mini 4K a try.

[@Kratos_God_of_50_BMG]

@@GBGuns Aw damn, no rail! Yeah that sounds like a solid choice for this.

[@pickledrick5158]

Not properly lubricated perhaps?

[@bidensuks682]

Are you able to put a grip on this rifle ?

[@GBGuns]

of course

[@B.TamTam]

👍👍 thank you

[@ooocodyy2575]

if price wasnt a factor would you all choose an LMT or DD rifle?

[@ronmartblog]

I’d pick DD over anything if price wasn’t a factor no matter what was up against it

[@rustyshackleford4299]

@@ronmartblog psh

[@MrSteveb1]

LMT, not even close , LMT has lots of military contracts, their AR’s are second to none

[@ramzankadyrov6035]

Maybe they just kept pulling the ch back at a funny angle as they charged the rifle

[@alancarr3381]

Nice rifle

[@gulkash1188]

I always hated the DD furniture. That tire texture on the stock pulls beard hair or leaves road rash on the face. I have always skipped over DD rifles. They are very well built, but are on the high end price wise for what they offer. The hand guard lockup is solid, but you're paying for a lot of name recognition and military styling. Generally I have found you can get the same or better features and quality for less money. Not to say that DD builds a BAD gun, just not good enough to be worth ~2k when a BCM, SOLGW, or LWRC can be had for 1500 or less.

[@311_69]

Your mom can be had for $1500 or less. Jk but yeah I hate these too, the texture of the rubber is really annoying on my tongue when I’m sucking on the stock

[@311_69]

Jokes aside, what in the name of Zeus are you doing with the gun where your beard hair is getting pulled out from a little bit of rubber on the cheek weld. Thousands of rounds through mine and I have a very large beard lol

[@miles267]

Glad to have gotten a RIS II before they stopped production 🎉

[@AVH8TOR]

I need a third pin

[@animalmother8117]

I don’t know if a single video game that DD is specifically featured in.

[@ArcticFox1776]

Ghost recon advanced war fighter has the dd mk18 in it

[@ronmartblog]

I got my DDM4 V7 LW based on a lot of good feedback about build quality and the KZbin video of it surviving explosions, drops from a helicopter onto concrete, dragged by a truck, etc… I had buyers remorse after everyone told me I spent too much and BCM is just as good for less. After 5000 rounds and owning other models including BCM, I can say without question they are full of crap. DD’s are excellent and worth every penny. Despite all that mine has been through it cleans up like new and runs like a beast. Accuracy isn’t as good as I expected (it’s a 1.5 MOA barrel at 100y), but it’s reliable and I’ve stayed on 5” steel at 400 yards for a mag dump, so it’s good enough If I could, I’d own more - so worth it

[@GBGuns]

I think accuracy gets blown out of proportion for "fighting" rifles. 1.5 MOA is still a head-sized target beyond the effective range of the cartridge. If someone wants to punch groups on papaer from a bench they should be looking at a different build type anyways.

[@Cody_michael]

Navel seals use DD. Enough reason for me

[@gabrielmolina8214]

I’ll bet a 1000 on frog lube not the same as other products

[@joeytomato]

I have a DDM4V7... I also own about a dozen other ARs... Including a Super Duty. I've yet to see a difference in an 900-1000 dollar AR, and a 2000 dollar AR, other than a name, and a price. I don't for a second think that Daniel's Defense make a junk rifle... They're great guns... Just not sure how they justify the prices they ask. I guess it's just whatever people are willing to pay...

[@ckkevin9620]

Try an ADM with their billet fully ambidextrous lowers. They're awesome!

[@joeytomato]

@@ckkevin9620 I'm right handed... I don't need, or wish to pay for ambi... And I wouldn't own a billet receiver- upper or lower. They're not worth their asking price... I literally can get a top tier receiver for 120 bucks. Unless you just want to pay more, for no reason. I guess if you're impressed by a name, or features that's aren't important, then... By all means, I won't be mad if you buy 87... But you don't need to drop an extra grand to have a good AR. Period.

[@sleazy_9435]

​@joeytomato what would you say us the better rifle? The super duty or the DD? I'm split between the 2 I can't decide yet.

[@joeytomato]

@@sleazy_9435 The super Duty is the hands down winner... That's just based only opinion, and how I shoot. I really don't think you'll go wrong with either. The DD is the cheaper of the two, that means a lot to a lot of people, but if the price was the same, I'd go super duty all day.

[@sleazy_9435]

@@joeytomato I appreciate your response brother thanks man 💯👌

[@kevinjohnson3925]

I've got the older version and this new version is a rip off. Mlok and ambi lower doesn't justify the price when you're losing the heavy socom profile barrel. M4A1 socom barrel is the only reason to get one. Not it's a normal DD barrel.

[@andrewjames8980]

DD furniture is very cheap feeling and ugly. Compare to BCM or most others. I don't get it.

[@seanlawton1977]

Don't look solid i am sure the hand guard will heatup after 5000 rounds ???

[@ghosttube6525]

Who tf is shooting 5000 rounds?😂😂😂

[@GBGuns]

Someone who can afford a second gun for sure.

[@ghosttube6525]

@@GBGuns that handguard and barrel got Daniel Defense a $9M contract from the military. SOCOM tested and approved