Are These Daniel Defense Rifle Upgrades Worth It? | MK18 Modifications & Upgrades

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I’m a simple man… I see MK18, I hit like. Love the in-depth build reviews. Keep ‘em coming.

[@LoudlabsNYC]

Shot a DDMK18 recently at a range and LOVED IT

[@MrKKUT1984]

God bless you black 007 making a 3-5k setup sound affordable lol I do like it tho I must admit

[@hdhellion4128]

@@Horrible_Deplorable I came to find a price range. Hobbies are expensive!

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[@PhilipFear]

Thanks to the 3 Supreme Court Justices President Trump put in place, we might even keep our 2nd Amendment Rights.... Otherwise my home built would be costing what that Daniel Defense Franken Gun is worth now....😉

[@chrismorris6198]

Lol I kinda take him as a black Jason Bourne 🤷🏽‍♂️😂😂

[@jeridross2265]

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Glad to see you uploading content consistently again! Thank you for being such a great voice to the 2A community 💪💪

[@Iam1weare1]

I like that you are finally using Defense Rifle, Self Defense Rifle or SD Rifle in your title now. Well done!. Love what you do brother.

[@manny45629]

It’s called Daniel defense

[@Iam1weare1]

@@manny45629 Of course and we need more of the "Defense Rifle" language being used rather than the propaganda being dumped on everyone by the Corporate Mainstream Media.

[@xm8553]

I believe he’s sponsored or something by them. He’s on the homepage of their website. But I agree. Could t think of a better person to support an American gun manufacturer that makes amazing rifles

[@SplashingMANGO]

I remember the good old days when I could own a MK.18 legally in Canada and do the wildly unacceptable action of you know... Shooting it... I hate my government so much! All I want is one of the most popular firearm platforms in the world and suppressors. Not being allowed to have a black rifle that makes quiet pew pews is a travesty.

[@sorshiaemms5959]

same here im from Canada and agree 100 %

[@adammorgan7874]

Well come on down our Canadian brethren.

[@SplashingMANGO]

@@adammorgan7874 you know what, as much as I love my country I’d be damn tempted to take you up on that invitation if coming down legally wasn’t such a time intensive and arduous process. Any idea when “law abiding gun owner” will be an acceptable term for refugee status?

[@alexwalker2582]

@@SplashingMANGO When we have a Republican Congress and President with a minimal number of RINOS.

[@adammorgan7874]

@@SplashingMANGO I really don’t know what the steps are for citizenship BUT I vaguely recall hearing something that a person in the U.S. can have a firearm even if they’re not a citizen. I’m going to have to look into it. I wish I was a wealthy man, I’d gladly help people move here who value the traditional ways of life. We’re getting to where I don’t know how much longer we’ll enjoy the freedoms we have because so many people are so willing to give it up. It’s absolutely mind blowing to me.

[@TysonHockley]

I’m a 14 year old fighting for freedom in Canada! I am so proud of the truckers and what they have done 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦❤️❤️❤️

[@sammetzel6844]

I'm right below u in vermont keep it up lil bro but stay safe

[@ramzankadyrov6035]

Never give up bro!

[@Lugghandle]

The US should just take over Canada so that Canadians can have the benefits of the US constitution.

[@freedomforall6798]

I subscribed! Keep up the good work on your channel! FREEDOM!! 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@freedomforall6798]

Tyson Hockley has a KZbin channel where he livestreams freedom rallies! Let him to 8K!!

[@jetcollectschecks]

Just bought one of these as a present to myself for my 21st birthday. It’s my first AR and it’s my 3rd ever gun. I’m still very new to everything. Just found this video and it was very helpful! Subscribed!

[@AllAboutSurvival]

Great quality video! Sweet build. You do you as long as it fits your preference and you are comfortable and happy with it.

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[@thenewnationpodcast]

Your original MK18 video is THE reason I got one!

[@xm8553]

That peaky blinders reference is perfect! Lol that sums up how the gun community should be as a whole! “Why do need __?” “Why not?” I also moved my SD3-G trigger to my DD mk18 and… chef’s kiss… it’s a perfect pairing. I have an OSS suppressor and it works great having the flow through design not putting any gas back in face.

[@8aford97able]

I've been looking at the MK18. This is the setup for me!

[@nikwoac]

Hey man, I agree, attractive "charging handles" come in all shapes and sizes...

[@evilblackcat6357]

"I'm trying to keep this rifle low profile..." **Looks at massive LVPO** "Hol' up a minute there..."

[@MJA5]

hol up

[@aaron4820]

It's not that massive considering it's a 1.5-4x.. weighs less than a T2 + magnifier fwiw

[@jasonczfan8658]

@@Horrible_Deplorable Colion doesn't even consider the prices in his videos

[@RekzysTheTitan]

its small for an LPVO.

[@MJA5]

@@aaron4820 LPVO are cool but give me jacked up EOTech I can watch the floating reticle while having my face high enough for an awesome smelfie

[@airsoftmarksman9613]

Finally a proper Mk18 build review and I completely agree with the Recce-CQB

[@CoolFrijolez]

Toss the Radian CH and safety selector for Geissle airborne and the FCD ASF-50Q. Your welcome. Love the video!

[@sartorialdriver6528]

He should also toss the Giessele rail for something that won't bend from a 4ft drop too.

[@beeamerica5024]

What you said about the charging handle was exactly what I was thinking I think I know you pretty good ✌️🐝

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[@wolfpe613]

Man, this video is a state of Art. As a man living in a nation where firearms don’t exist, this is like watching Star Wars

[@sorshiaemms5959]

Like the way you set it up and love the low profile

[@joed3613]

Thank you for the follow-up Colion; I complained to you at least twice on here and on IG about not updating us on the Mk18. And I built mine like yours on your intro video, except for a suppressor.

[@eidtnaci]

I remember the initial one and I’m glad I’m back for part 2

[@mikerichmond3616]

I do enjoy hearing you speak sir. Love the thought patterns and your choices on tricking out that Mk 18. You hit it on the head when you call it sexy!

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[@brandmann9597]

Much respect for ya brother,,, love yer content,,, thank you for standing up for our rights. You tell it like it is, dont ever change

[@thebigmoizt3270]

*your

[@Kids_SAFE_Fdn]

That’s a really nice setup!! 🙌🙌

[@Deuce_Dufresne]

Mine is setup very similarly. My upper is a PSA with an FN 10.5 CHF barrel and Geissele rail with pinned gas block. Aero M4E1 lower with radian selector and SD3G trigger, SBA3 with the split fix. SD-3G is my favorite AR trigger. EOTECH and OSS can for me.

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[@deadmangreedo]

Homeless AR

[@Deuce_Dufresne]

@@deadmangreedo lol

[@AngelRamirez-by5qx]

Peaky Blinders clip was golden!!!

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[@alvintarrer6914]

Nice setup

[@daveBit15]

Your editor rocks.

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[@ViktoriousDead]

The MK18/Eotech/LA5, angle grip and surefirelight was my setup as a team leader in Afghanistan. Ever since I got out I haven’t been able to afford to clone my service rifle lol. Also extended charging handles/ambi handles suck ass humping your rifle around at night over long distances or fast roping because they tend to push the rifle out of battery when rubbing on your kit. RLTW

[@ViktoriousDead]

@@Nate-zm6bd first batt worst batt Everyone knows you gotta be two-something to do-something

[@ViktoriousDead]

@Cheek Buster what’s been the point though. The standard charging handles work perfectly fine, such an overpriced, worthless piece of kit.

[@dreamisolympia88]

ATW...n yeahbtook me 15 years myself b4 I could clone it. Hope you get yours soon brother

[@dreamisolympia88]

@@ViktoriousDead 1st bat is party batt. 1/3 and hq here

[@austinharp584]

I can’t help but agree. My mk18 is the gun I gravitate to the most 😁

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[@westernoutpost4154]

This 👆

[@tetlow2]

That rail is awesome

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[@f3uibeghardt522]

All my LWRCs came with that stock (the full size one, which is still tiny). I'm surprised there was no mention of the quality of the polymer used. It's uniquely head and shoulders above any other stock I've used.

[@CaptainCreampie69]

LWRCI is also one of the few manufacturers that make everything in house too. Unlike some others who will have pins, bolts or other parts contracted out and they just assemble it. LWRCI in my opinion is the best value in AR15 and I don’t own one.

[@f3uibeghardt522]

@@CaptainCreampie69 Yeah, and people always mention how the only companies that have their own in-house hammer forging machines are Daniel Defense and FN. LWRC has had their own for ages now, but few people ever mention that.

[@317ivory]

Daniel Defense rifle.. this man gots money💯

[@rforry]

Love the set up man… I’m going to steal some of these ideas for my Type A..

[@Pappa_Wheelie]

Radian charging handle is a MUST.

[@bulletproofrecon1082]

On mine, I installed the Franklin Armory Binary Trigger, Eotech holographic sight, Eotech G33 magnifier, and of course…what MK 18 is fired without a decent magazine setup. I use a double mag set up with the attachment. The Mags are Coyote colored so it contrast with that black/tan look. The only accessory i’m holding out for is a suppressor. Won’t officially get one until the U.S. Supreme Court rules that it’s not an NFA item and doesn’t need to be tracked. Right now a few big cases are about to hit the court and hopefully it turns out well. If you haven’t noticed, lots of videos out there saying it’s a great time to buy suppressors…it’s not. The ATF only shortened the wait times because they also feel it’s close to being unregulated soon. This gives them more money and puts as many people on the list as possible. So just like the PS5 and the scalpers, just wait this one out. It’s worth the wait.

[@BrokenJarhead]

“Because we fucking can” 💪🏻🔥😂

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[@beastfire1428]

I want exactly this rifle I can't wait when I turn 18 I'm getting this rifle as soon as u can. I love the set up might copy it!

[@keitgwilliams4349]

You going to have to wait 3 more years junior!!!!

[@beastfire1428]

@@keitgwilliams4349 ik wish I could have it sooner, don't let them take our guns 🇺🇲🤞🙏🏻

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[@smb56]

Very nice summation of an excellent weapon

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[@blu3chav3z8]

Thanks Colion !!

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[@otd2808]

That is an amazing rifle! I like my offset sight by the front of the scope so the brass and blowback won’t have a chance of messin up the glass.

[@T20-c8f]

Lol good job my man. I don’t have a mk18, I was too poor to buy everything at once so I built an 11.5” pistol with a 1200 dollar, good enough to fire a round without any sights budget. The gun store even gave me the trigger and flash hider for free to save money. Then I slowly upgraded her. I have so many of similar upgrades now, 2 grand later. Same trigger, charging handle, safety selector as yours. Put dd fixed irons on it, put a dead air 3 prong flash, voltor A5 system, I did a lot (optics, light, etc). My only complaint was putting a BCM MCMR 10” rail. I should have went with a Quad rail for one important reason. That dang gasblock heats up and without a bunch of expensive railscales I haven’t been able to shoot comfortably. Also the quad rail is so damn sexy. This new contemporary slick look on guns is cool and has its place, a reason the military switched. But quad rail aesthetics scream I get poon.

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[@Angl0sax0nknight]

Nothing wrong with that, build it they way you want it. Aero precision makes a great base for a great rifle.

[@TriggaTrey361]

Shoot with gloves

[@T20-c8f]

@@Angl0sax0nknight lol that’s exactly what I used to save money on a trigger guard. An Aero M4E1 upper and lower, and a SOLGW 11.5 combat barrel

[@T20-c8f]

@@TriggaTrey361 I have gloves that I use but I don’t want to have to need gloves. If that makes sense lol. But ya need em without the rail scales. It feels like your hand is getting pinched by little needles as it barely brushes the gasblock

[@ShowemRight]

That entire setup screams Badass.

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[@welderdude1]

For charging handles on suppressed rifles I prefer the Griffen Snatch. Ports the gas away from the operator to the same side as your ejection port.

[@ignitionSoldier]

My Mk18 is my favorite rifle by far. I did choose the Geissele SSP trigger instead of the 3 Gun because it just feels better on my trigger finger. I don't know if I can bring myself to get rid of the RIS II, but man you might be changing my mind on that. Great video!

[@sartorialdriver6528]

The Geissele rail is a downgrade. The RIS won't bend unlike the bendy bill rail.

[@westernoutpost4154]

#me too

[@46dgarrison]

Digging it Black Batman. Brown Wayne! Whatever you prefer my dude. Keep doing what you do. ✌️

[@Osprey1994]

Some good choices, I might not have done it myself but I can respect your thought process.

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[@gregorymceaddy8884]

Beautiful setup on that DD....one day, I'm saving up...

[@hawtenslaton4307]

Wow, great gun! lots of acronyms for guns most of us will never own. Sexy rail, say what! Thank you Colion for all you do for our 2A rights!

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[@ahmadcampbell2626]

I really do love this setup 😍

[@m118lr]

Even though as you mentioned Colion, some of us would RATHER have and prefer the AWESOME, NEVER out-dated RIS II rail..you’ve ‘spec’d’ it AS YOU wanted it, which is what REALLY counts. Great vid. IF you can justify “change” on an ALREADY fantastic platform..then who cares? Again, “Thanks” for being at the Lead of 2A Rights for American Patriots brother!

[@sartorialdriver6528]

Going to a Geissele rail is a downgrade, the DD rails are some of the best on the market.

[@solarisdreamz]

Love your content. Not a MK18 anymore ❤️

[@alexmiller5796]

That’s the Scalarworks LEAP07 mount my friend. The LEAP08 has a cutout for offsetting a red dot

[@samfisher1732]

Big fan of the content you deliver 👍 man I wish here in Australia we had similar gun laws as America does.. I literally hate the way the gun law system is here

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[@mrshort2379]

Great content great view of the mk18, if I had a MK18 I would add a 12.5" barrel, change and the rest pretty much as you did, and add a trigger, to where I could select between semi and forced reset or binary, but it would have to be selectable or a very low pull and super fast reset, especially it being a CQB firearm

[@vicdiaz5180]

A 12.5 is what I just built with a PDW brace to keep it compact

[@jonforrey2236]

Just buy a 12.5 tho, what makes a mk18 a mk18 is the 10.3 barrel

[@JohnZ556]

I would get a SOLGW M4-76. A 13.7'' bbl pinned to just past 16'' with an excellent practical muzzle device that can also accept keymo. Also the extra velocity makes much more sense for the LPVO+dot setup. Pretty much the most compact AR rifle setup. I love some 14.5 lightweight, but that 13.7 felt amazing!

[@kerbalairforce8802]

You could get a forced reset trigger

[@DaryllRambo]

I hunted a MK18 for quite some time. Found one on GB with a 12.5 already installed….. Fuckin bought that immediately

[@donchego369]

That mark 18 looks real tactical...

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[@none-of-your-business404]

Nice SBR👍👍👍

[@roul3688]

Geissele makes the best triggers, hands down. You can pick any from their lineup and you won’t dissatisfied.

[@Deuce_Dufresne]

Absolutely. Can’t beat them and they do it with the highest level of reliability to boot.

[@jarrettm3728]

Low-key when i hear trigger upgrade i think geslei timney triggertech in that order

[@Angl0sax0nknight]

@@Horrible_Deplorable love my Rise armament, super fast reset.

[@scottmccloud9029]

Awesome Colion.

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[@Cali2A]

Colion needs to do a review on the LWRC AR15

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[@FoxfireNS]

You can Clint from Classic Firearms should compare notes on the DD Mk 18. He loves his as well.

[@cleitzel.23]

Need more videos like this!!

[@miltonoliver3705]

I too, feel like my mk18 is my go to, rifle, I've upgraded the trigger, sdc( geissele)changed the stock bcm( mod o), same rail, t2, modlite phlv2, vert grip, love my mk18

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[@chrisresnikoff1741]

"... shall not be infringed." BY ORDER OF THE PEAKY FOOKIN' BLINDERS!

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[@jclowe735]

Colion your MK18 is one sexy rifle and it looks like a lot of fun to shoot.

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[@theprepperrevelator]

Sweet build!

[@MRsolidcolor]

BCM 11.5 love it.

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[@vicrjr1072]

Beautiful set up! 😍

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[@henryszubielski8601]

Amazing rifle and equipment! Thanks for the review and your thoughts. Very helpful, as always!

[@JimmyJones206]

I put a similar rig together except the SBR FACTOR but love the build

[@SupaSargeakaQ]

Had a Surefire Taclight similar to yours on my rifle on my 3rd deployment to Iraq 🇮🇶. Currently on my fourth deployment and when I get home I plan to expand my collection to have some rifles with similar purposes like yours. Also moving to Houston, Texas area and would love to meet and shoot at a range together one day. Also love the fact you are so eloquent when describing the 2nd amendment rights to the public.

[@robsnizzle7]

Good lookin rifle, fun thing about firearms is they're like cars.. highly customizable and everyone has their own opinion and way to set em up.....

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[@corydailey1486]

Great setup!

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[@C_oprator89]

Once ya go plastc dust cover with the detent spring design one never goes back.

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[@cjohnson9211]

It's nearly perfect right out the box

[@tetototupuna]

Couldn’t agree more with you! It’s YOUR MK18, enough said. End of story!

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[@enriquevasquez5250]

Very nice set up

[@operator001]

You had me at MK18.

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[@Lancersilva]

Thank god my range just had a Daniel Defense sale and finally had a mk18 in stock.

[@theanxious]

Beautiful setup!

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[@evachier]

It’s a thing of beauty!

[@RekzysTheTitan]

loved the Peaky Blinders bit.

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[@earthquakemagoon2505]

Wow!! That is one 'bad ass rig' right there!!

[@blackcatgats]

Changing the ris II for the geissele 😬😬

[@michaelray4033]

I liked the "Peaky Blinders" reference.

[@MJA5]

“nobody puts EOTech in a corner!” - Johnny Castle, Dirty Dancing (probably)

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[@imtheoperatorttv637]

Can't wait till I turn 21 in September and get my MK18.

[@jerrymeyers2075]

Your setup is awesome. I like the SOCOM556 Mini2 that will be my next suppressor.

[@kylerequena5597]

This video makes me want to do more to my MK18

[@benchampion4086]

SWEET.

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Love that hat!! I want one!!!!😎💪

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[@MM-hm2wy]

Great vid. Thank you.

[@TanSauNg2008]

Very nice presentation that got me thinking about my next rifle/SBR :) Thank you.

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[@Km-sr8no]

Waiting for a lwrc video from you .I just got the smg45 it’s my Go to now. I also have a IC-SPR also it’s a great rifle runs cold stays clean. Check them out

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[@paullinkins8121]

I'm trying to inventory what is left of the Mk18 -- upper, lower, BCG, barrel, gas block, gas tube, buffer and tube, mag release, bolt release, ejection port door, forward assist, and maybe a few springs. It's difficult to call it a Mk18 anymore.

[@Zemanbeast]

❤ peaky blinders reference

[@McRawDog90]

Lol I did the same to my MK18 like we almost have the same setup. But I did add a radian lower mine. Being a left that lower is my favorite part lol.

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[@buff3014]

Taking off the DD quad rail should be a sin

[@213chewy]

It is a sin

[@CS-in3pg]

Well done Colion.