MK18 CQBR - Support Side Focused Training

[@hawkinshutson2863]

Never let the keyboard warriors get you down Lucas! I've got 6 years as an infantryman and another 2 as private security. I've done a lot of shooting with both (private side definitely is getting me more range time) and I can't shoot anywhere close to you. Fact is if you lost half your skill under real danger/pressure you'd still be better than many soldiers/officers I've worked with. Stay humble and keep training. I hope you never have to use your skill in a real life environment. But if shooting did go down, I'd want you on my side!

[@JohnSylvia]

As a prior service infantryman as well, I'm going to have to plus one this.

[@TheInfantry98]

John Sylvia likewise brother

[@tackytrooper]

I fired more rounds in my first 3 months out of the army than I did during my entire contract. It's kind of ridiculous, really.

[@plee227]

Seriously... as active duty army.. I haven't met any I have worked with that can shoot like this.. so many useless fat keyboard warriors living in their moms basement think they know what they are talking about because they play call of duty.

[@TheInfantry98]

@@plee227 lmfaoooo but bro that new cod is super realistic brah

[@KyleSVT]

Made my sister watch this, Her response "He is literally a robot" 10/10 Lucas

[@TREXARMS]

+KyleSVT hahahaha. Nice

[@dickiewongtk]

His movement reminds me of those old fashion chinese martial artist stories, like 'practice one move a thounsand times until you can poke throught stone with one finger' thing...

[@ericferguson9989]

Small wonder.

[@JW-fz9zv]

Make her watch garand thumb this guys good but just a civi

[@tfwthelsdkicksin6083]

@@JW-fz9zv Air Force.

[@russhogan6967]

Honestly your skills are impressive. And I saw someone mentioned Zero in the comments...oh please, for bullet sake, never become as self centred as him. You make running the gauntlet look like precision fun while remaining humble. Keep posting. Love your work.

[@TREXARMS]

+Russ Hogan I want to be different. That's for sure. Haha. Thanks!

[@loganpatterson4674]

Russ Hogan humility for the win. Keep up the good work Lucas.

[@andrewsquire9892]

Y'all think you are humble, but I am way more humiliating than all y'alls.

[@andresneder2230]

How is zero self centered??? No offense I just don't see it

[@russhogan6967]

Andres Neder fair question. As an example I will offer this: There is one video where Zero talks about some rifle grip that he invented and how great his invention is, where as T Rex (even though they do sell tactical gear) on more than one occasion simply says "spend your money on ammo and time at the range to increase your proficiency" which you must admit is the best advice! Oh and also always mentioning things like trigger discipline, safety discipline, basic fundamentals to shooting and this is just some of the things. I would rather have someone who went through this school then the school of "Oh I can light it up real quick". :)

[@voodoo1449]

Shoulder that "armbrace" like a BOSS! Good to see people use their guns the way THEY want. Keep up the good work.

[@TREXARMS]

+Voo Doo1 yep... AMERICA!!!

[@JHP2001]

Sir Lucas of Tennessee!😍 This is how I would imagine a modern-day knight to be!

[@SirPhoenixofSoCal]

Look at how far he’s come, absolutely amazing

[@VooDooDaddy46]

T.Rex Arms, I have been a little to harsh in my critiques of you. For that I am sorry, please forgive me. The production value of your videos is fantastic, and for that you have my admiration. Also, I appreciate your dedication to training and becoming a proficient shooter, and a gun enthusiast. The world always needs more peeps like you and me. Keep doing what you are doing because you do it WELL. Lastly, a piece of advice, when someone asks something like, "why do you have all that kit?", your simple answer need only be: "Because I think its really cool". No other reason or justification beyond that is needed. Keep Your Powder Dry.

[@TREXARMS]

+The Walking Dad thanks man. But that isn't why I wear kit. I actually rarely wear kit and it sucks to shoot in. I'd rather just run a belt and go fast then wear a plate carrier and helmet. But because of the equipment I design and people I work with, I have to be knowledgeable about the gear they use. And that requires using that gear from time to time. In the majority of my videos here on KZbin you'll see I'm just wearing a belt. There's a reason for that. Haha

[@LimeTimeHD]

Dope gear, dope firearms, dope performance. 10/10

[@_cyber_cookie_]

dope comment.

[@kituwahband]

Ultimately don't do dope 😁

[@russhogan6967]

Looked at the comments again bellow this video. And I am just amazed by the amount of trolls here. Lucas honestly keep doing what you doing for bullets sake and the rest of us. And all those apparent SF and Vets that give negative comments to you - just ignore them. The sad truth about them is that if they were ever engaged by someone with your offence skills they would not be engaging in a shoot out they would call an air strike for help! :) Keep posting and ignore the chaff! Love your work...

[@TREXARMS]

+Russ Hogan thanks!

[@fz1000red]

Russ Hogan hahaha!! You have no idea how right you are. If close air support is available, but if not then artillery sure as hell does the job. That was damn funny and made my night!

[@PhDarien]

Dost thou even operate brethren? Thy skills are amazing!

[@BigTeeze]

lolol

[@michaelflorida4303]

lol

[@uglydog311]

Tryin' to get in his pants ,.... or what ?

[@pew_rinse_repeat]

😂😂😂😂

[@EdwardsHavoc87]

lol

[@Apalm12]

Can't believe you painted this one I love painting my rifles but this one looked so good with the fde ris rail and fde brace and eotech

[@TREXARMS]

+Palmer's Guns & Gear I've got a couple other rifles with RIS rails still brown. :)

[@Apalm12]

T.REX ARMS I'm bout to buy that upper

[@beppo1]

Anyone talking shit on this dude needs to get a life of their own. Why are you worried about what he wears or how he trains? These videos clearly aren’t for you. So just move along to another channel. Dude is a great shot and is knowledgeable. He posts these videos as entertainment and business promotion. People are so hateful to anyone more successful than them. It’s despicable.

[@HiDragLowSpeed]

By far the definition of hard work and proper training in such a short time could do you wonders. How many times do you shoot in a week and how many rounds approximately Lucas? Good job and awesome video! More power!

[@TREXARMS]

+Marc Jacinto thanks man! I shoot 2-3 days a week. Approx 2000 rounds. Last year was 1000 rounds a week

[@HiDragLowSpeed]

Damn, I wish I could shoot that much hahah!!! Keep up the good work.

[@TREXARMS]

+Dillon DeClue I run an equipment company and shooting is part of my job. Blessed to have this job indeed.

[@smbeezy]

Marc Jacinto this kid is a total beast at whatever weapon he is shooting ! Period

[@gr8livn]

Not gonna lie he makes this shit look cool and fun..like the shifting to left ,right shooting

[@alanphillips1344]

would love to see a video on your MK18 build or some details in print. Great videos!

[@TREXARMS]

+Alan Phillips I'll do a video on the build in the near future

[@JBPILEGGI]

at 0:05 the pressure pad is mounted at 45 degrees. do I need a specific adaptor mount to be able to run it like that on an M LOK rail?

[@whiskeyactual.]

Delta called, they said get your ass back to work. Awesome channel man, don't know how I missed it, SUBSCRIBED!

[@nicaumann7864]

Garand thumb would approve

[@TREXARMS]

+Nic Aumann if he doesn't, I'm taking my plaid shirts back.

[@Apalm12]

T.REX ARMS how's the brace compare to sbr and stock?

[@TREXARMS]

+Palmer's Guns & Gear I think it's almost as good. I don't feel like I NEED a stock to shoot the rifle well. Only downside the brace is it may not hold up as well to mortaring to clear a bolt override. I should try sometime.

[@Apalm12]

T.REX ARMS yea try and let me know cause I'm bout to put them on two rifles while waitin for sbr stamp and I won't them to be ready for war training or whatever else I may need them for

[@Apalm12]

T.REX ARMS how is the jp silent buffer holding up what's the round count on it?

[@MichaelBrianInc]

Amazes me how squared off you are with perfect posture and composure. Like a damn robot behind a gun! Great work! Movements like a terminator lol

[@BENABONZO]

Mad skills! Awesome video guys

[@chenlmax]

Really enjoyed seeing you drill shooting ambi at 0:30 This is something I've been working on but I'm running into a small issue. I am right hand right eye dominant, and I shoot right handed with both eyes open when using my red dot. When I transition to shooting left handed, I transition faster and get the dot on target faster if I close my right (dominant) eye. If I transition to left handed and try get the dot on target while keeping both eyes open, I invariably lose the dot. Would you suggest continuing to drill shooting left handed with my right eye closed, trying to shoot both eyes open on both sides , or possibly something else? Also do you ever practice left handed reloads? Right now if I lock back when shooting left handed I transition right, reload, then continue.

[@wallaceearth9299]

Lucas is awesome, thanks for dharing

[@liveliketroy]

I see a lot of your AR-15's are painted, I think an amazing video about the benefits and the do's and don'ts to painting and what specific paint you use to do so would be a great idea for the channel!

[@marineplaysairsoft]

Keep on truckin, Lucas. You're doing God's work.

[@rockco222]

Good shooting I take a lot out of your videos. Thanks for posting.

[@ginogomez5401]

Nice!!! Awesome man! Thanks for the great videos Lucas!

[@gilbertalejos424]

killing it like always.. beast mode

[@carloscaston6413]

Lucas is the next gen robot put on youtube under disguise for feedback! Great content always man!!

[@hamzaerdem4914]

How fast is he reloading!!!! Just respect.

[@MariaCruz-lp9dx]

Hi t rex arms, i'm a fanatic of yours videos and your weapons, you re the man bro, agree from Colombia the passion 4 t arms

[@elijahsulentic9410]

That sound is the 6.2L V8 of the gun world.

[@lawrencechu1460]

I’m a big fan of the channel, keep up the great work. So how did you manage to fit the Surefire dual pad on the 11:00 position underneath the atpial? Thanks!

[@cobra102786]

Can you do a review/overview of your MK18 pistol?

[@TREXARMS]

+K6EGV yep

[@fuhkshet9402]

T.REX ARMS and that 11.5 kmr u have 👉🏻or should I say those 😆

[@KyleSVT]

Looking forward to that video!

[@dylanbeamer_9220]

still waiting lol

[@jonlugg1621]

So i was looking at your yard here and its kinda neat ,I'm wondering any one willing to through out there train track cause i need it in my life hahhahaaa. You seem to be Improving looks good

[@tackytrooper]

The last time I tried a support side transition drill, I literally threw my gun on the floor (after bouncing it off the wall.) I was happy about the "natural wear" this put on my gun, but less so about what it meant for my skills.

[@picotnator]

Dude that range is amazing

[@devils0459]

may I know what is the little finger twisting before every shoulder switching after he shot a round?

[@BovietBadjur]

you mean closing the dust cover?

[@devils0459]

@@BovietBadjur I don't think so, like in 0:41, I see the finger twisting again, but the dust cover didnt close up

[@BovietBadjur]

then my only guess is he's flipping the safety everytime he switches shoulder

[@devils0459]

@@BovietBadjur oh the safety! thank you bro!

[@hectormedrano3468]

hey lucas can you talk about or make a video, on how and why u use the sling around ur neck and then switch it to around your should and neck

[@TREXARMS]

+Hector Medrano yep!

[@akamanonthemoon]

Another badass video!!

[@elvispresley2542]

Man when one becomes available. I have the money waiting.

[@bama2579]

I'm ready for the ak videos

[@TheActiontkr]

Thanks for putting this out. keep shooting straight!

[@대한민국민방위]

love mk18💕. good video

[@dacosta4966]

hey man u re just like a machine! the only differrence: the machine isn't as precise as u re! respect!

[@Peter_M]

When you switch sides .. why you not switch first shoulders and than hands (first from trigger to front and then from front to trigger) .. i do not blame i am just curious

[@idbs1984]

dude that brace just kills the buzz

[@DkKristie]

Lucas def wins the tacticool award lol

[@JHP2001]

Defender of the Homeland, at a close distance this time.😊😂

[@rancelbaron7909]

i'm wacthing your video in you tube ....nice shootings fantastic very good your my Idol ....from philippines

[@FurySnare]

Really really makes me want to build a AR pistol!

[@Foxhound_J]

Austin Diehl I'm already on that path

[@FurySnare]

very tempted to buy a lower off PSA or something and get it started, but im saving for a wedding

[@Foxhound_J]

Austin Diehl tell the wife to get a lower as a wedding present for u lol you can spend 100 bucks on a stripped and put it together yourself super easy

[@FurySnare]

wedding isnt for another year and a half! lmao,

[@MrLevicrz]

I wana try! Oh wait im in CommieFornia

[@enigma4430]

I would leave that hellhole if I were you.

[@FlankerJackChannel]

You should probably vote then. Or run for office yourself. Quit complaining.

[@MrLevicrz]

@@FlankerJackChannel quit complaining about me complaining

[@kingjulius6858]

@@MrLevicrz LOL 🤣

[@davidsirmons]

GTFO of CommieFornia, brother. it's not worth staying there.

[@FitnessConnect]

The SBM4 Pistol brace is a winner. Just installed one myself.

[@fugo7664]

Most satisfying rifle I’ve ever seen. Does that thing have a suppersor?

[@matteograssi5898]

Good shots man

[@tannerdickie72]

i always cringe seeing people training in full tac gear at the range. However if you are as smooth and skilled as this guy I have zero reason to judge. some of the smoothest handling i've ever seen.

[@perrytilton5221]

He's like the mini version of Instructor Zero

[@GianWarGasm]

mini in which sense? because Instructor Zero is short as fuck hahaha

[@mswoonc]

He’s a wanna be

[@north7764]

Max Wanna be what?

[@G33165]

why don't you use the shoulder bump instad of switching your to tour off hand just bump the pistol over to your other shoulder?

[@NekolasM]

Garret Plattner agreed it would be much faster less movement and no relinquishment of fire control

[@ryanc5681]

So I'm interested in the mk18 I hear 10.3 10.5 dwell time is insufficient for 556 and had has issue but hasn't this upper been used in our seals and special forces its gotta be good and work so what oll get a face full of gasses? It's good for 200 yards right🤫

[@jaddcrey8403]

I love that rifle design..

[@chrisbreezy-ryanbarbosa4320]

What size shroud is that? I can't decide on whether I should get 7 or 9 in. I like it compact but not too much.

[@uncleben8895]

Awesome, I want another 5 mins of it though. What state are you in? I wish I had a range like that to shoot at. Is that a private/home range?

[@joshuazadia6717]

Congratulations 🎊🎊

[@rpproductions4445]

You piss excellence, love this rifle

[@LARPeratorsAnonymous]

Anything you do in particular to the MI buffer tube to get the sbm4 from rotating?

[@TREXARMS]

+Sacreppin916 tape on the buffer to tighten it all up

[@pabloaleatorio]

my dream weapon

[@Humbler32]

I was wondering if you could do a review with the GEMTECH Suppressed Bolt Carrier and the Radian Raptor-SD Silencer Option Charging handle both. Do a couple of rounds of shooting with out them, then a couple of rounds with just one of them, and finally a round utilizing both together, #1 to illustrate the issue with blow back gasses, #2 how those products work to eliminate the blow back, and #3 how effective or ineffective they are when working together to eliminate the problem. Also would you recommend an adjustable gas block with the GEMTECH Suppressed Bolt Carrier Group or will a standard gas block suffice? I'm building a Daniel Defense MK-18 MOD 1 for suppressed use and am wanting to see what works well by it's self or in conjunction with other components that will keep both the weapon and shooter operating synergistically without to much of a sacrifice in performance in either, and if these things work that well together, is there a cheaper way to achieve the same result or are you going to wind up breaking the bank to achieve the desired result? You have been very honest, and very knowledgeable with your content, I believe this topic will both illustrate the operational effectiveness of these items, give you a chance to give them a grade, and cover the wide range of possibilities the AR Platform offers with and without the products. Oh and hey I've hit the Like and Subscribe Brother so I hope to hear back from you soon, keep the content coming, your feet wet and powder dry. Drew

[@ericbarlow7711]

That gun sounds amazing🙌👍😎

[@freyguyproductions]

When shooting support side, is there a reason you're not wrapping your thumb around the grip? I'm not sure where to begin with support side, so genuinely curious.

[@jimdavis1012]

@T.REX ARMS what is your belt configuration/speed reload for M4/pistol mag on this setup? im really digging that kit!

[@TREXARMS]

+Jim Davis I have a S&S Precision Smr on the belt.

[@jimdavis1012]

Thanks for the fast response! You're killing it bro I cannot get enough of the hate comments. - Recon Approved!

[@TREXARMS]

+Jim Davis thanks Jim!

[@bedirhankale1715]

Nice gun setup 👌👌👌

[@michaelcollins5444]

Lucas is the guy you want beside you.

[@oliverallen5324]

Now if we can just get Lucas Botkin to meet Mark Rippetoe, then we'll have a good candidate for the super soldier program.

[@河邊的小草]

My master, thank you !!!

[@GUERREROLOBOMEXICA]

excellent shooter and fighter

[@ArkamasRoss]

The optic, light and laser alone could buy that rifle many times over. I would love to put a SF M312C on my pistol but good shit their brand fee is outrageous.

[@clubkarateridao8097]

Hi, sorry, could you tell me the model and color of the ris/handguard cover?

[@americanmight5067]

Lucas what length upper are you shooting? Thanks and keep it up!

[@EL_TACTICO]

amazing speed

[@Felix0770]

Uncle sam wants you

[@RANDY_MAR5H]

Maybe he knows how to fight too. Real life American Assassin

[@hahtsauce]

He has no service time in the military or law enforcement. Unlikely that he knows how to fight.

[@DrewMC36]

Training starts with a strong foundation of individual skills, you don't dive into live combat team attacks your first week, starts at individual competency. Mr. Botkin certainly has that, and with the drive he has put to mastering those I doubt he'd be anything but an excellent soldier. P.S he certainly knows how to fight, wouldn't want to face him in a 1 on 1 gunfight despite my "service time."

[@bobduncanvevo6969]

Drew Clarke I think they're referring to hand to hand combat. If they are, pretty sure this guy can't fight for shit.

[@DrewMC36]

Darren Stanley haha compared to all those Tapout repping troops.

[@anormalbloodangel843]

I just have to know, why do you have a casing tucked into your kevlar cover?

[@TREXARMS]

+Pete Newman it's a wire for the NVG mount

[@anormalbloodangel843]

Ah yes, I can see it now that I'm not on my phone. Thanks for the clear up.

[@nickb7666]

T.REX ARMS why the fuck do you need NVGs? Mom and Dad buy you whatever you want, huh?

[@user-ve8ry1xw8v]

@@nickb7666 bruh why you so jealous😂😂😂

[@jsmilitarydefense6319]

Awesome equipments

[@28reta]

I need a place like this to shoot !!!

[@Leethal1]

pretty smooth on the transition Lucas! Can you get to that switchpad with an aggressive C-clamp or not even worry about it. thanks

[@hunterline8942]

Skiled sniper ✊ 💪 👏 💥 Dash 👑🇯🇴🇸🇦🇷🇺👽💥

[@LongRangeDesertGroupX]

Nice! Awesome video

[@stevewitte2501]

Top ranked martial artist's spend good money on swords, staff's etc all for the purpose of perfecting their craft. This kid is no different. Yes, the helmet is unnecessary, but enough with the hatin' already. Keep it up Lucas.

[@DayzOfGlory]

good lord, thats jason bourne

[@ZaxbyShameless]

What do you use for your lower I know upper is the mk18 from Daniel defense but I want to build an MK18 similar to yours any feed back would be great

[@Maniac742]

Wish I had the land and space to have this much fun.

[@ShootsDenBrah]

this might a stupid question but is your sight picture obstructed at all through the eotech with your IR device mounted on top rail?

[@jons858]

I was curious on the build. Could you list who made some of the main parts? IE brace, hand guard, upper, bcg, lower, trigger......

[@edwardlong8608]

I always see you tilt your rifle when you're shooting while moving. Is there a reason why you would tilt it ? You should make video on that.

[@zigzack54]

how do you get your rifle to sound so good??

[@lmedina5]

Not sure you've addressed the issue in another video or forum but I have the same SBM4 (Sig Brace) on a KAK buffer tube. My problem is that it tends to twists around the tube. How do you keep yours from doing this? Thanks in advance for the help and for these awesome videos!

[@TREXARMS]

+lmedina5 tape the buffer tube with duct tape or gaffers tape. Then cram the SBM4 on. It shouldn't rotate or move then

[@lmedina5]

Aaaaah...Sir! You go tell your boss to give you a raise...LOL!!!....this is indeed the ultimate solution...Thanks again!

[@TREXARMS]

+lmedina5 you're welcome!

[@GREATCYCLOPS]

Really considering a build like this. It’ll be my first build. Do you have or planning on doing in depth build videos?

[@FrenchPatriot]

amazing video men i love your mk18

[@reubenkruger4077]

Just a simple point i picked up and why i personally carry single point slings, when you did the right to left transitions that sling could have gotten in the way. And that can cost a life.

[@TREXARMS]

+Reuben Kruger single point slings could "cost a life" since it's not as stable when you go hands on with someone or to climb something. Pros and cons to both. But there's a reason most people run two point slings over single point.

[@reubenkruger4077]

Good point. ill get a few of both and test them out. i have experienced the instability especially while running. what can be done to not let that sling get in the way of your support finger?

[@TREXARMS]

+Reuben Kruger if the sling was attached further down the rail. Then it's fine. But I like it closer to the magwell for other reasons

[@reubenkruger4077]

then i might switch myself over. what brands are best to look at first?

[@TREXARMS]

+Reuben Kruger my favorite is the Ferro Concepts Slingster. We're supposed to be getting more in soon. We offer them on our site

[@zuraura1]

is it absolutely necessary to switch on and off safety each time while he shoots from left and then from right arm????

[@Fury84]

Why you use MSA Sordins? Peltor not convenient?

[@TREXARMS]

+Fury84 I use both

[@Fury84]

What do you think is better?

[@TREXARMS]

+Fury84 I honestly don't have an opinion. But Sordins are harder to hook up to helmets.

[@ToXSicK1340]

Pretty SICK Mane!!!