How Should You Set Up A Rifle?

[@eye80west]

Thank you for not having an obnoxious intro, getting to the point, and not wasting my time with tangents. Your future is bright. Keep up the good work.

[@drakeaamold3401]

God is good!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@danm1279]

@@drakeaamold3401 god's not real so....

[@ElderberryThee3rd]

chay mosqueda who hurt you 😂

[@Kaizer357]

@@danm1279 *God. Ok atheist...

[@johnnybagofdoughnuts4193]

Drake Aamold all the time

[@Gunmetaltech]

Only thing I can afford to put on is the electric tape.

[@Mike-we7rt]

Albert for me it depends on the electric tape

[@Gunmetaltech]

Oh what kind? MISSION. DICTATES. ELECTRIC TAPE!

[@forrestgumball]

Albert Well that depends...are you a Tactical Electrician?

[@chickenstrangler3826]

What's it like being rich?

[@heathmarcum5390]

did he hit the lottery or something, I have a lot of gear an some tier 1 rifles but i work a lot lol!!! JUST SAY'N

[@JQHNDi]

When the slowest thing in your reload is the gravity pulling the spent mag out.

[@PhlashRockinmann]

John Dominy 😂😂😂No kidding.

[@christianincognito6621]

👍🏼👍🏼

[@jonahsimmons3645]

Sidecraft has entered the chat So gravity is too slow, the mob cap is filling up too fast, so we push them into the nether to increase yield.

[@dchiznit209]

That’s why you give it a flick to assist

[@akcustom7838]

This is a strait up no nonsense vid, I like it. Also the reload and shooting skill was absolute insanity. nice job!

[@Mindovermatter_3k]

I can agree I had to subscribe ASAP

[@romeomartinez5317]

Insanity indeed my friend......

[@Ggwp15mins]

Ah strait from the aka guy whose rifles may not have “straight” barrels.

[@haydencolt1067]

i know Im asking the wrong place but does any of you know a method to get back into an Instagram account?? I was dumb forgot the password. I appreciate any tricks you can offer me

[@ezrajoe5413]

@Hayden Colt Instablaster :)

[@ZFilms1946]

“You can only shoot at what you can identify” *Suppressive fire has joined the chat*

[@north7764]

I’d hope you get a PID first...

[@roccofili3054]

**US military squad gunners have joined the chat**

[@mikuhatsunegoshujin]

@@roccofili3054 ROE, get shot at you're allowed to fire back. otherwise like the other guy said PID.

[@aldavis6725]

Dude video quality, balance of discussion with variations of illustration, and being able to speak well is making your videos extremely informative and enjoyable to watch. Keep up the hard work and the content coming!

[@TREXARMS]

+Alexander Davis thanks man!

[@paco9641]

The video is superb and the shooting was outstanding! Thank you for the info on the tape deal, very smart! Do you run a trading school that one can attend?

[@PedroCaballeroZ]

War belt vids!

[@chitterlingsrtasty]

Only started watching a few vids and this channel is quickly becoming one of my favs.

[@MDeJo27603]

Alexander Davis Completely agree!

[@makarlock]

Now that is a rifle. You treated it like a weapon, not like a child. We don't meet many people like you. Keep it coming.

[@TREXARMS]

+Makar Lock 👍🏼

[@ProAverageGuy]

its a tool

[@samuelrgonzales111]

Hell yes, if you run them hard, they don't look pretty. I get nervous when I shoot with someone who rifle looks more F-up then mine.👍👍👍👍👍

[@poolee77]

@Donald Trump hell, before eating.

[@Ilovebanjos]

SemperFiMac77 Hell a blind veteran could scrub his m16 shiny new.

[@JonathanPalenik]

your slowmo reloads are faster than my normal reloads lmao

[@charlescherry8010]

Jonathan p, truth there man truth there. I'm really having to evaluate my jelliness right now while I down my Geritol ;)

[@thatboywhocantsnipe]

Jonathan p 😂😂😂 same

[@dingmingzou9866]

Same here I'm crying

[@superbirdjunior]

Lmaooooo

[@johnwicksfoknpencil]

I almost choked on my steak breakfast reading this. Too good.

[@joeyb7408]

I paid close attention.. He fired one round, reloaded, and fired two more rounds before the mag hit the dirt. Thats so fast, i now believe terminators exist and they arent 6'2 and 200lbs of solid muscle..they're the guy you least expect.

[@freshhotmuffin300]

Those terminators you're talking are of model T-800. This guy is like T-1000000!

[@tjfrye11]

the t-1000 (idr the model, i just know he was a slender, unassuming looking guy) is basically what you just described (the guy you least expect)

[@biggienorm420]

You always gotta watch out for the guy built like Mclovin.

[@joeyb7408]

@@tjfrye11 you're thinking of Robert Patrick and i will always suspect him of being evil lmao

[@fisherandengineer5612]

imagine breaking into his house and hearing the sound of his timer

[@cctrans29]

🤣🤣🤣

[@twisted62380]

LMAO

[@roninsghost108]

What was the last thing you hesrd before you die *lucas botkin shot timer beeps*

[@slyrez]

You remind me of a tactical McLovin.

[@dodge088]

Greatest comment ever!!!!

[@chroniclethality3864]

Mclooooovin

[@JollyDeacs11]

I'm worse.. at 50, I take out my tricked out my AR M400 and yell, "freeze dirt bag!" It's at that point that I blow my gallon jugs all the way to Hickok 45's ranch! Lol. Great stuff.

[@christophersantini2721]

Hells to theeeee yeahhh 😅

[@wheeliebin18]

Taclovin

[@keewis11]

Absolutely love the “Lucas style” of information. Just straight out facts, none of the salesman crap! Something I picked up long ago from Lucas... spend your money on ammo and training! Great Job, Fantastic info! Stay Safe.

[@sweetazzmofo]

And on Lucas! This guys deserves the support.

[@AjNavo61490]

"I don't really clean my rifle. I just re-lube and keep going.." *closes dust cover*

[@plasmamunchkin3400]

is that an ok thing to do with ar 15? just re lube it and maybe run a bore snake though the barrel

[@busybird7149]

@@plasmamunchkin3400 Yep. So long as you aren't like using super shitty ammo or really over pressuring your rifle, you can run an AR like that for a pretty long while with minimal issues. That doesn't mean you shouldn't clean it though, just than you won't need to every single time you take it out to the range.

[@ryanstanley5634]

@@plasmamunchkin3400 It is. Rob Pincus talks about that. He has fired rifles without cleaning them until failure. I think you have to shoot like 30,000-50,000 rounds before failure. Pretty crazy.

[@Plainsimple67]

@@ryanstanley5634 WOW, THAT IS CRAZY, But with today's cleaning product and how convenient it is you can just spray it down and use a bore snake then just stay on top of it it should be OK I don't think we're in a battle, where I have no time to clean your gun!!!

[@kobeh6185]

So long as you don't run corrosive or high pressure it'll be good for a long time. Main concern after tens of thousands of rounds is the gas tube but that's not part of a field strip cleaning anyway.

[@faithtactical711]

Favorite line... “every part should serve a purpose”. Lots of “cool” guys out there. Money doesn’t equal marksmanship

[@xdrummerxderekx]

Also knowledge doesn't make you the best shooter. Some people think because they read every single book on how to setup a rifle then that makes them good. Practicality is the smartest..knowledge, power, marksmanship.

[@Jackal19x]

6 Years later watching this is still inspiring; this video got me started watching TRex content and taking shooting seriously. I modeled my first AR after this build and built my skills with it.

[@drewbaglin1632]

Same. My first rifle was a bcm 14.5 right after I saw this video. I still use the electrical tape on all my rifles

[@massey-rn8mq]

Best shooting channel period! And my kids can watch because it's clean. Thank you

[@skepticmoderate5790]

Your kids could watch if it weren't clean too. You don't have to hide the world from them lol.

[@yup2389]

For a dirty world mat as well teach them how to live in a dirty world

[@thetruthyes]

@@skepticmoderate5790 yeah but at the same time, when anyone listens to to much bad words they usually start using those words. So it's good to stay clean, but know what it there.

[@skepticmoderate5790]

@@thetruthyes That's not necessarily true. Any kid who goes to public school will learn bad words pretty quickly, but that doesn't mean they'll use them.

[@JPMandz]

As someone who is new (within the last 2 yrs.) to guns, it's refreshing to see a fellow non-military/LEO civilian give input and knowledge about this subject. You are obviously well-versed and trained; however I admire that your knowledge comes from personal passion and dedication. Please keep putting out content. This channel is one of the best on KZbin right now.

[@TREXARMS]

+Harry Doyle thanks Harry! Glad I can help.

[@tyranicide9417]

Those aimbot reflexes tho

[@SiCk_MaJeStY]

So fucking true. When I saw him with the night vision on I swore he was hacking lmfao

[@ernestpaul2484]

It was nice to be young once and to have had the ability to move as fast as he does now. I can still hit what I shoot at just not as quick, quick enough I hope, just not as quick. He does have a platform that "solves problems" as he put it. I like his decision making process, use only what works for YOU.

[@patrioticconstitutionalist735]

@@ernestpaul2484 minimize, anything lighter will drive faster.......I'm 35 and definitely not this fast but can hold my own, I got a shot timer app on my phone that is awesome has helped tremendously but when working on speed they say slower will make you faster. Go check out Pat Mac if you wanna see a bad ass old timer with a gun the guy is a beast.

[@marcogarcia304]

Hey Lucas, I am a former Marine (artillery), never got a lot of rifle time, that was for the grunts. You have covered more info in two videos than I have found in the past month. Moved from CA, and now own two ARs; researching options for my rifle.

[@DarkestKnightshade]

A straightforward, well versed gun owner trying to give newbies clear information?! *confused gun control advocate noises.*

[@Mindovermatter_3k]

🗣💯

[@pacemakerdj]

Dude, this guy's trigger finger is absolute craziness. Absolutely dropping a sub. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!!

[@otterconnor942]

Here's some video ideas: general tips to reduce your match time, what exercises do you do at the gym to help your shooting and match time, how you do dry fire training, how do you control your adrenalin in a match (this could be in general tips), how to get the most training per bullet, how do you maintain your guns, what's the best way to buy ammo for the least amount of money, what are good and economical firearm choices for 3 gun or for other popular competitions, what gun belt you use and how you set it up, what you find important in the guns you have chosen for your competitions.... I think that's all live got. Your content and quality of production is excellent, keep up the good work

[@TREXARMS]

+Connor Madsen good stuff! Got a lot coming up. :)

[@LCon30]

70 ppl are just ridiculous. Why would you thumbs down this kid? Excellent video...I can't afford any of the shyt that he has, but excellent all the same.

[@TREXARMS]

+Len Conyers they jelly haha. Thanks man!

[@FirstFamilyCharger]

I just dislike how LARP-ish it is.

[@Wolfstanus]

statement at 1:20 is misinformation

[@americanmade36merica99]

T.REX ARMS they are very jelly, that's the only negative in the firearm world haters everywhere. Lucas what's your opinion on Aero Precision products, or not much experience with them?

[@a1919akelbo]

When your in the middle of a desert you don't get to order in 50 different attachments and tend to get used to just the rifle and maybe a sight. If you collect good boy points you might get a flashlight (don't know why you would ever need one unless your seal team six though), rail covers, or grip but generally you get extremely comfortable with just the barebones rifle. This video is essentially a kid talking about how using a bike with training wheels is the best way to ride a bike. But i can tell you after 1-2 hours of using the rifle that grip isn't going to be so fun to hold on to, and youll want to just pull your hand back. Also throwing on a flashlight, laser pointer, and grip might not seem like a lot of weight but once again, if your using it for extended periods of time it tends to get heavy. I didn't personally dislike it but i can see how some people might.

[@samuelbrice3699]

I tried out this thing called a BAD lever once and have never not used on since. So nice having control of the bolt with the right hand

[@MrJmartinez76]

I say just keep it simple. I own an AR-15 Saint pistol with the tactical arm brace. I installed Magpul flip sights and that works great for me. I will probably add a light to it but other than that the Saint AR-15s come great right out of the box. Most important thing to add is training time. No accessory can beat that. You said it best at the end of the video. “Train hard.”

[@4g63mark]

WHOA!!!!! A video where Lucas is NOT saying "If you suck, you suck." ..... This must have been before the point in time in which Lucas concluded that, he's awesome and we all suck.

[@jgibby905]

*start of video: this kid is like 13 years old, he can’t teach me $hit *end of video: I wonder if this fine gentleman would agree to be my hero...

[@jacksonflinn8375]

Griff fuck law enforcement.

[@davidsimms2806]

@Griff just teaches them...

[@mjoakes]

Griff LOL okay bootlicker. I guarantee he’d outshoot and outmaneuver you 99/100 times.

[@jgibby905]

Griff I’m retired army myself, but I know plenty of soldiers who never fired their weapons except at a range, and only to stay current on their qualifications. If that’s the kind of “experience” you’re referring to, no thanks. Weapons proficiency is weapons proficiency, period. This kid is a gifted shooter

[@sussinhardrn1048]

@Griff dude no one cares lmao

[@StG88]

2:43 was the most beautiful reload I’ve ever seen

[@why6212]

The full speed footage gives me chills every time I see it

[@desmondmcleod8296]

Three years I have been watching this video and this rifle build is the only one that has ever made sense to me. It took me some time but I literally have it. I really appreciate the no bull**** logic.

[@jonassundgren720]

I love the patina on your gear.

[@lukasphillips6194]

You make such good content you should upload more often.

[@TREXARMS]

+Lukas Phillips I'm trying! Haha. It's a lot of work to plan, shoot, edit, then post. :)

[@lukasphillips6194]

We understand! You're great though, keep up the good work!

[@codysons1055]

Lukas Phillips Definitely agree. Awesome content man, just keep it coming! haha

[@theshwomp625]

naw keep it when you can. Don't want to drop quality!

[@Ghost-zx4gh]

T.REX ARMS what would this set up cost without the peq-15?

[@chuckvan1568]

Great video with lots of good advice. Amazed that your rifle is still running after 16K rounds of wolf ammo. Lucky gunner did a comparison shoot of various 5.56 and bore erosion was significant with Russion steel case ammo.

[@aroberts44]

Just have to say thank you for a great video. I have handled firearms since I was 6 but this is my first AR and I was about fed up of all the crap videos out there. From guys who ramble to others who I'm not sure how they stayed alive this long the way they handle guns, this was by far the best. Thanks again. I now have a place to start on this new hobby.

[@TREXARMS]

+anthony roberts you are very welcome!

[@cssjuba101]

This man and this chanel has grown on me a lot. He is so crispy with his operating. I love it.

[@denverjohnson5640]

I appreciate your wealth of knowledge and the concise simplicity with which you share it!

[@ChasenBTC1]

God bless you, Lucas! Keep pushing out the great content!

[@juliotzocjr40]

He should have his own character for call of duty

[@zulchemical]

Put this guy as skin in warzone

[@bongwaterbaptist]

Well, he did mocap in cod. So I guess in a way, he is integrated in the game already.

[@michaelhinzman4788]

Okay, I honestly didn't assume I'd gather much good info when I saw how young he looked, but that dude can run a AR-15 like John Wick lol

[@lmelty71]

John Wick wants to be like Lucas when he grows up. 😎

[@rildain76]

Angry Muffin04 what are you basing that statement on? Honestly curious.

[@rildain76]

Angry Muffin04 hmmm, well, as a novice shooter, I have experience with none of the above. Theoretically though, seems like somebody could be versed in both forms of engagement.

[@bilodeaumichael3]

Watching this again, I appreciate how things you have changed with time. Maturing as a shooter. Something we should all do.

[@esprich]

Dude has wall hacks, aim bot, and reload mods confirmed. No but for real that was awesome, informative, and straight to the point. Good job man.

[@sallutz]

Sums up the important factors very well. Every rifle, pcc etc. needs to be purpose built. Only question is, what is YOUR purpose? Then train with that rig, and become competent and very familiar with the rig you’re using. Period.

[@BenTheThird]

I keep coming back to this video because I think the rifle is beautiful.

[@tumadre68]

I was thinking i was the only one, battle worn look is the best look.

[@calebgarcia8047]

@Bernard El do you know what rifle that is?

[@calebgarcia8047]

Genaoraxion! Do u know what rifle that is?

[@surfingtothestars]

@@calebgarcia8047 BCM 14.5" upper with whatever mil-spec lower you want. Also BCM bolt carrier group and possibly Raptor ambi charging handle. Aimpoint T2 red dot. Surefire Scout light

[@TacticalAlphaCharlie]

@@surfingtothestars correction it’s a 13.7 inch upper

[@longmountainvillage]

"Practicool, not Tacticool." Well-earned Sub.

[@forcom5]

Pretty neat to see how development of the channel has come now from then. Good stuff.

[@JAE_ILLA]

Build what's best for you. Wise words man. I have become partial to BCA uppers. They've never let me down. My ultimate build consists of a 10" upper with an upgraded nickel boron BCG, PSA lower (yea they're cheap but they work perfectly), Timney Targa drop in trigger. BAD lever, ATI grip, anti walk pins, MAGPUL BUIS and foregrip, SB Tactical pistol brace, Sig Sauer red dot sight, and a Streamlight TLR1HL. I also have become very impressed with the "Okay Industries" aluminum magazines. I bought a couple at a pawn shop several years ago and absolutely loved them. So I did some internet searching and found more available. They're very lightweight and reliable. Anyway, I dig your videos and trust your advice sir. Thanks for the upload!

[@schmidtforge1946]

that's alot like the set up it had when I was in Afghanistan with the light and pac 15. but holy fuck your fast

[@TREXARMS]

+THE Justin Schmidt thanks!

[@radioguy262]

There sites online, like Bite the Bullet for example where you can get bulk ammo affordably. I believe he has some videos about how he prices and finds ammo.

[@rkan2]

@deh175: Considering he is "The Man Behind T.REX ARMS "... I'd say it is job related :D:D

[@mephInc]

I use ammoseek. If you are buying in bulk and looking for cost effective rounds for practice, it's a great site. It runs down just about every online retailer and gives you a price per round on all of them.

[@Franciscodelporto]

finally someone with real skills, after so many videos with a bunch of show off beard faces but no content..subscibed...any advice about building a rifle like yours?

[@The-Tech-Man]

Franco Porto have lots of money.

[@titusdaniel]

Just because he can't grow a beard doesn't mean he's better than all the other guys who have one.

[@omnimediagroup5761]

Dan Humphreys but he's still better. What's your point? Lol

[@chuckvan1568]

Dan Humphreys He has the skills, many don't beard or no beard.

[@CarolinaNocked]

Franco Porto Optics Planet, SKD Taxtical, & Palmetto Armory between those 3 can get about all of what you need at best price. That Lptic he’s running costs more than the rifle itself but it’s a big part of it. Good advice on the set up. I do all mine separate. Put the money into the upper ( barrel , BCG, charging handle ). Save a lot of money by not buying high dollar lowers

[@jovannibaeza191]

My hd setup 8" 300blk using 220gr subs Streamlight xhl light Nemesis 30 suppressor Aimpoint t2 micro Ive played around with grips, atm I'm sticking with just a handstop.

[@CARDSSerus]

Finally a well edited, to the point, video without some overly long dubstep intro and awful sound. Earned a sub for sure

[@moonchild2213]

I do not know your age but thought this was going to be another "Boy with his AR video" but I was truly amazed with his level of knowledge for his weapon and especially how he hit the nail on the head with his set up is best for him for what he does which was very obvious...great muscle memory and weapon control. Instantly hit Subscribe after watching this video, looking forward to viewing more of his videos.

[@dirkd8202]

That reload time was insane. Your hand eye coordination is other worldly lol.

[@mrchow489]

this is the only guy on KZbin whose gun advice I take. toooooo many tacticool beard faces in chest rigs and ballistic helmets on KZbin. excellent videos and I can wait to buy a ragnorok

[@tcyroger]

Don't know if you ever got that Ragnarok, but I LOVE mine. Recommend all day long. And the sidecar as well. This dude can make a holster

[@Holret]

how so? He said to use that in case you have a baddy in your house for real? I think a shotgun or a pistol carbine would be a much better choice, also ideal if someone else in your family should have to use one as well. an AR will not be ideal in every situation, that would have been a wiser thing to say in my opinion, still if thats all you have expect some holes through your house and probably your neighbors as well thats not to mention any collateral damage.

[@jasonstratton4343]

Amen, the beard shit needs to stop

[@AdioAurel]

Then you see Asian guys who put a beard on to look like them

[@bbrakes5814]

@@Holret have you ever actually seen any ballistic tests on pistol caliber carbines and shotguns vs a 55gr AR bullet? You get FAR more over penetration through sheetrock walls than you do with a 55gr projectile. If you dont know, and I mean know by doing the experiments it isnt wise to boast so strongly your uneducated opinion. It SEEMS like a PCC or shotgun might be better, but the data show that in an experienced persons hands, an AR is a great choice for in the house.

[@JessFromMead]

With a finger like that, his girlfriend must love him

[@Rangerdude67]

Jesse you are a pig...

[@R6Rust]

yeah you pig its the tongue what matters

[@memaw3610]

rafael CB lole nice

[@grumpychunk1]

With guns as pricey as those....I’d be surprised if he had one

[@notahandle965]

He's actually been married for 10 years with 6 kids and a pair of twins on the way

[@chasevandervelde6557]

I've been shooting "typical" hunting guns for decades....12 ga./ 30-06... I understood about 1/2 of what this kid said! Makes me want to learn more and get one of these guns! Nice video....thumbs up.

[@jakesoros2376]

Trust me sir, they're a great experience. If you're interested, AR-15s can be used in coyote and hog hunting quite effectively in 5.56. If you're interested in something more powerful, there are AR-15 designs chambered in 7.62x39 Soviet (same power as .30-.30 Winchester), .300 Blackout (similar to the previous cartridge in power, fantastic when suppressed, more accurate, but slightly more expensive), .458 SOCOM (straight wall cartridge good for deer), and many others. If you want a AR in a familiar cartridge, AR-10s are chambered in. 308 Winchester and even 30.06 (uncommon). Best of luck sir!

[@MrJBARRON]

Wow, what a great video. Awesome, no nonsense advice from a really practiced, skilled mechanic.

[@Dereka67]

you ever ask yourself "when should i stop bending this hat bill?"

[@briandellarocca3670]

Derek Shannon Lmao this just made my day thanks

[@JS-mr2ei]

Doesn’t he know kids in his age group prefer keeping it flat?

[@logoseven3365]

When the corners touch

[@Apalm12]

NF Fan only people that keep there hat bill flat is rappers and people that wear 59 50 hats

[@oliverallen5324]

You ain’t from the south, are you?

[@danielhesse8600]

2:33 - show this to anyone who supports restricting magazine capacity.

[@qbrpluqsy9009]

Daniel Hesse literally

[@brushylake4606]

"...don't clean it, just relube and keep going." Somewhere out there, Drill Sergeants Payne and Crumpton, just had tiny, little strokes.

[@302willstang]

This video was the blueprint for my Rifle build 2020

[@josephkidd3622]

Thank you so much for the slowmo on the reloads. I just spent half an hour searching KZbin and couldn’t find it. Came back to your videos to enjoy and found exactly what I was looking for.

[@Ahya0290]

It's awesome how he just gets straight to the point the entire 7-minute video.

[@clinthavoc4331]

The heart of the rifle, that sounded so deep and profound :')

[@brucenovotny5924]

Another awesome video. Love the clear mindedness with which you present the practicality of your choices. Thanks Luke.

[@andremurria3483]

One of the sickest builds I’ve ever seen

[@joesinegal8167]

Dude Your Skill Level Is Off The Chart! Excellent Content And Illustration Of How Each Tasks Should Be Mastered! Consider Me A Student And A Fan! Thanks For The Great Videos! Peace!

[@danielhesse8600]

"Lower capacity magazines will save lives, because a shooter would have to reload more" - 2:40

[@yulfine1688]

I do find it funny. Technically all you do is somewhat limit them. But more than likely the weapon is not even legal so now all civilians who are law abiding basically have a disadvantage which by the way people bitch about. Which I find hilarious. Thats the whole point

[@qbrpluqsy9009]

Daniel Hesse I’m pretty sure they wouldn’t give a shit about if it’s illegal because there shooting up a place anyways

[@bradhargis2261]

@@qbrpluqsy9009 thats the whole point in opposition of more gun laws. Criminals don't follow laws, so why do they think more laws will stop criminals?

[@TrenchantAtheist]

@@bradhargis2261 Most of the teenagers who shoot up schools get their guns from their law-abiding family members. The idea that all you have to do is "be a criminal" to make money, guns, and drugs appear fails to account for the basic economics and logistics of criminality. If every house on the block legally has the ammunition to level a school, then all it takes is a $0 rock to break a house window to acquire the means to act out another Columbine. If *_none_* of the houses have any such weaponry, then the kid has to (1) acquire thousands of dollars, (2) become adept at navigating the dark web, and (3) use #1 and #2 to access black market guns... and they have to (4) get it right on their first try so they don't pick up FBI or ATF trackers along the way. Another basic way to limit theft: lock your front door. Sure, anyone can learn to pick a lock, and some people are strong enough to kick doors in. But in both cases, the chances of getting caught are exponentially higher than walking through an unlocked front door. Anyone who is sufficiently motivated can get into your house; the biggest deterrent is just making that difficult with easy solutions. Cost-of-entry measures work. Gun control, in theory, is just a cost-of-entry measure to reduce crime. If done right, it's effective because "being a criminal" isn't like clicking your heels together to make money, guns, and drugs appear. Where gun control fails is usually in practice, where uneducated lawmakers make stupid laws for stupid reasons. That doesn't mean gun control isn't a good idea, it just means we need smarter lawmakers.

[@Chipwhitley274]

​@@TrenchantAtheist, Most gun control laws limit both the criminal and the law abiding citizen. But the law abiding citizen is far more common. I would rather have everyone have easy access to effective firearms, because the small percentage of criminals who opportunistically steal their firearms pale in comparison to the abundance of law abiding citizens who would be deterred by heavy regulations, and privacy intrusions. Never mind the more career criminals that do, in fact, obtain illegal firearms through various techniques... and no, the internet is not the only source. And your Straw-man argument that all it takes is a rock to break in a house to acquire firearms doesn't take into consideration that all those armed houses will have people securing their weapons, and defending their property... the stakes are high, and both deterrents increase, and actual resistance increases (if said criminal is not initially deterred), even criminals don't take that lightly. And if those schools had armed individuals... that would also be an effective deterrent, and defense. Lastly, this isn't taking into account that most people with expensive and deadly equipment, will voluntarily take their own effective measures to keep their firearms secure... they already have strong incentives to do so... it is in their best interest to do so. They do not require bureaucracy to implement good practices. Especially a bureaucracy that cannot make effective and fair determinations on what those regulations should be. Never mind the true motive of bureaucrats is to increase their control and profits... not protect the people. I'd argue that it is you who is failing to account for basic economics and logistics of criminality.

[@Slixtro1]

The state will not dictate what guns I'm allowed to have. I will have what I desire. Shall NOT be infringed.

[@AK-47ISTHEWAY]

Okay just don't get caught with anything restricted otherwise you could spend a few decades in prison.

[@Billfish57]

I learned from a hypnosis instructor once that people speak at the same rate that they understand, or the same rate that their mind works (sales seminar actually and it was good advice to not talk faster or slower than the person you are attempting to influence) those quick twitch muscles often seem to go with the faster talkers, well I know that's true from paying close attention all these years and this guy is such a fast shooter and talker that it is striking to see such an example of the theory in plain view. You notice his shooting, he doesn't miss much and he doesn't stumble around looking for the right words or throw in lot's of "um", "ah" and filler words that are not needed to get the message across. My point is, I like this kid and I've already learned several usable things from him, I trust his opinion because you can see the great results of his discipline. I like that he spends time teaching and not just competing or showing off, but mainly I like his style, compared to the usually KZbin gun guys, he doesn't waste my time with slow, boring shooting and dim witted speech and attempted crappy humor in place of helpful knowledge that people can actually put to use.

[@lizzardlife]

I've watched this video over and over while building my rifles. Thanks for the clear and simple advice. I went with a suppressed 300 blackout for home defense and set it up much like yours. I haven't been able to afford night vision yet but maybe someday. Obviously whatever system you choose practice (rounds down range) is the most important part of the build.

[@tbDarren]

I was wondering if you could put links to the core build of the rifle for people who don't know what you're talking about such as myself.

[@tophergauruder3647]

KZbin dislikes when people do that with guns and gun parts

[@HalfBakedAnimations]

"One of the biggest questions I see asked is, how hard should I bend my hats visor"

[@fingolfin9086]

Underrated

[@timothyschmeling2341]

Lucas...Great video. It's the first one of yours that I watched. You can go places, young man. Your thoughts are concise and very well presented. I subscribed. Looking forward to seeing more of your vids. One suggestion. Instead of tape, use Velcro cable ties. You can get 100 of them for about 10 bucks or less. They have a multitude of uses. I've gone through 200+ of them in the past 7 years. if one is not long enough you can easily put 2 or more together to get the length you need. I use them to keep cables. cords, hoses, etc; neatly wrapped up.

[@user-td1zo3tv9p]

I appreciate your NO Bullshit, NO Fluff opinions and discussion on recommended parts and WHY. It is really refreshing to learn that you don't make the guy who needs or wants a "Budget" rifle feel like he is a chickenshit POS because he cannot afford to pump in $1,200.00, $1,500.00 or MORE into a QUALITY gun for SD or HD. If it goes together and hits what you aim at time and time again without stuttering, choking or shitting the bed, well, WTF MORE do you HONESTLY need?!? The Gucci Guy builders who, (more often than not) buy their store-bought guns and end up spending God Awful amounts of $$ are only trying to assuage their egos and project onto others who weren't STOOPID enough to blow excessive amounts of cashola how much "better" their gun is. But the proof is in the pudding and it is the Man behind the Trigger who truly makes the difference. Spending money on training and ammo with a modestly priced rifle is a FAR smarter option. Thanks again for the excellent video and advice. Overnout

[@WendzDarKnight08]

Wolf ammo with little to no cleaning. Wow, that’s impressive. I’ve seen this video at least 100 times and that carbine platform is probably my fav out of your collection. Your Arsenal AK74 is probably my second fav.

[@rileyfinley-parker2471]

Lord forgive this man if anyone ever breaks into his home 😂

[@arukun2081]

Amen to those guys

[@hexus9198]

The beep would be the last thing they ever hear 😂

[@whomagoose6897]

T-Rex is just spreading the gospel to sinner. As the bad guy visits his home. He gets a Jesus moment.

[@Wh1stle_03]

@@whomagoose6897 more like he gets an appointment with Jesus.

[@kogykun4928]

About time I found someone who isn't my way is THE way. Accually telling everyone this is for me not for you but some may help you.

[@thomash4447]

Just found you......your calm, collected attitude and knowledgeable talk just earned you a sub! Great vid man

[@thescienceofraw6272]

I watch a ton of weapons and tactical videos on here and very rarely make it to the end of the video because they have no useful content or little if any skills. Then I stumbled across one of your videos. Perfect. Content, shot and edited nicely, well spoken, and most of all, skills. Very well done young man. The first and only weapons channel I subscribe to. Keep it up.

[@WHOG746]

I have my hipoint 4595 with tactical stock, tasco red dot, hi point straight handle foregrip, 5x scope magnifier, and off market tactical flashlight/laser sight combo. Shoots like a dream and perfect for home defense.

[@ronwilliams329]

I just ran across this video. Good job! I was beginning to think that only I and a few friends of mine were the only ones that ran ARs hard. I have 6 of them. 4 of them are in real good condition (mostly for plinking and hunting) and are not ran too hard but the remaining 2 are my favorites and we run the hell out of them and they look pretty much the same as yours!

[@davidelkins9894]

Just discovered this channel. First thought upon starting to view was that I've eaten bagels that might have had more age than this "kid" who is posting. Having said that, I listened to what he actually had to say and I was very impressed by his understanding and appreciation for philosophies of use and how they differ case by case. Color me impressed, not to mention this "kid" is a shooter and demonstrates that also. Subscribed and will be following going forward. Nice video young man.👍🏻👍🏻

[@TREXARMS]

+david elkins thank you David! I just try to work hard and keep an open mind. Take care man!

[@Anonymous8317]

Don’t sleep on people based on looks. People are quick to judge. I know someone who’s a professional in their sport(well known) and their 10 year old dominated a lot of adults who have been doing that sport for decades longer.

[@WakeTheDead300]

Dude you're gonna be as legendary as hickok45

[@General_Eisenhower1945]

WakeTheDead300 slow down there slick, he may be legendary but never as much a hickok

[@fraqz2897]

As much as I like hickok, you can't really compare the two. Hickok is not a tactical shooter.

[@General_Eisenhower1945]

Fraqs hickok is like gun Jesus

[@scotthayesproductions5715]

as much as I like Hickok, i find he babbles a lot. this channel, is far and above, for practical shooters. We know H45 can hit whatever he is aiming at, but there's so much good training info on TREX, it's superior.

[@Blueknight1960]

Scott Hayes Productions But Hickok isn't teaching you how to shoot or setup your gun. His is mostly gun reviews.

[@JDG119]

I'm glad to see someone else running bad levers. Im very confused on why more people don't use them. Its a must have on all my rifles!

[@JDG119]

@Matthew Caughey im not sure that would work well for left handed peeps, unless you had a right side bolt release.

[@JollyDeacs11]

I am very impressed with your narrative, product and delivery. I love it man! Thanks for sharing some really cool stuff! Cheers.

[@traeucity6087]

Brother, I don't know why you aren't more well known on KZbin? You are a straight BEAST, when wielding a firearm! Great video, as usual.

[@TREXARMS]

+Trae UCity thanks man! Only just started. But over 20k subs already, so... I'm sure it'll come with time. :)

[@TofuProductionCinema]

Straightforward and to the point. Love this.

[@MrLunchbox23]

Like your gear and KZbin content, but I have to say I like reading jealous ass peoples' comments the most. It's so entertaining lol. I'll be picking up a Ragnarok soon to go with my 3 raptor holsters. Keep up the good work!

[@TREXARMS]

+Kyle H hahaha. Sounds good man!

[@Apalm12]

T.REX ARMS you shot 16,000 rounds of wolf steel and that gun is still running and accurate enough?

[@hammanvideo]

At 50 yards and in, its probably fine as far as accuracy. If he was shooting a precision rifle course from 200+ yards, I doubt it would be any good.

[@Apalm12]

T.REX ARMS ?

[@hammanvideo]

Paul Barclay No it isnt. A sub moa gun doesn't stay sub moa for 16000 rounds. Many precision rifle shooters change their barrels before 10k rounds.

[@imoutofideasfornames]

Just recently started watching this kid and no homo but I’m super impressed. He’s not condescending in any way, not a gorilla juice head claiming to be a spec ops war hero... just a regular, well spoken guy who knows what he’s doing.

[@gamertaglupethegod8832]

Bruh you are fast af. I work full-time and I also have full custody of my 3 year old daughter (single father). But I know the importance of training and every opportunity I get i get my ass to the range and I train, but seeing your speed and accuracy and PRECISION is just such a powerful reminder of how much harder I need to work.

[@devildog_iii3492]

Great content man, glad to see purpose over product.

[@Summerblasterss]

when a robber breaks into his home but the alarm is beep stand by and he starts dry firing at the robber

[@JohnSmith-mv6bw]

This guy is rapidly becoming my favorite go to...

[@akashchopra3247]

Wow, amazing shooting in the range Lucas - quick, on the line and very accurate. Impressed bro I am hooked to your channel

[@lancery19xxgaming6]

Such a great video. As a new Rifle owner I really loved this. Keep it coming and you've earned a subscriber for life.

[@zklpr4661]

He literally reloads before the mag even hits the ground...

[@maxheadroom8097]

One of the best videos from a younger person i have ever seen. Good job

[@wafflestoast5228]

I know his secret to shooting so fast... the tactical butt stock cocaine dispenser

[@BerserkHighlander]

Holy shit that made me laugh

[@bv5480]

Ok.... This was very funny 🤣🤣

[@ALee-if6ld]

He just speeds up his videos, lol. In many of his videos, his spent brass practically breaks the sound barrier.

[@donorl8701]

Or it could be all the Reign Energy Drinks that he’s been drinking lately

[@moicesvillanueva1]

gotta give you some props your pretty fast and talented.

[@JuristPugilist]

Watching that 1R1 in slow motion video is a thing of beauty. Very pretty video.

[@keithsummers4935]

Been waiting for this video