I understand your reasoning and balance between price but how you absolutely trash Geissele for charging $2200 for their ARs and call them overpriced and place them in C tier, and then in the next breath put HK at A tier? HKs are crazy money and give you nothing more than most other companies, your logic doesn’t follow.

@randyreviewsit

Ай бұрын

This was involved innovation and the hk has the piston. The 2024 one will be focused on shtf so proprietary parts are going to count against you and the sales with Geissele lately will likely put them in a higher tier when we look at it that way. Which is probably more representative of what most people should shoot for, something for shtf as of right now

@ashlen737

24 күн бұрын

Yes, contradictions through out the video. One company gets a better score while another suffers for the same reasons and both are reputable companies that hold premium contracts? It’s your list and opinion, however it’s not completely logical.

@roblowe8295

13 күн бұрын

@@ashlen737do you have a better list without your perceived contradictions?

@randyreviewsit

13 күн бұрын

@ashlen737 I don’t think you have ever worked anywhere that does contracts… the best quality place rarely get large contracts

@savageinstitute9569

13 күн бұрын

​@randyreviewsit that makes it a recommendation for random people not a tier list😂

Nice to hear someone from the 2a community call out how cringe the punisher skull is.

@johncannon3593

2 ай бұрын

I have been a fan of the Punisher comic book character since the 70's when I was a kid. I can't tell you how disappointed I have been to see the symbol coopted by Team6 wannabe's and all the other 2A community posers. Stop using a comic book character for your LARP bullshit.

@dduff4383

Ай бұрын

​@johncannon3593 the worst is the COPS who have the nerve to put it on their uniforms. Frank Castle is literally a MURDERER. Like 82% psychopath. Cops shouldn't identify with that EVER.

@twistofcain_666

4 күн бұрын

​@@johncannon3593especially when it's used by those back the blue bootlickers... Punisher hated cops.

Great overview and insightful analysis. I really enjoy this type of thorough long-form evaluation of the landscape.

@randyreviewsit

8 ай бұрын

I left out a lot thst I had zero feedback on but if you are an ar fan right now is the best its ever been as far as options.

Awesome video. Thanks for doing this. Very informative. Where do you stack up Diamondback, Armalite and DPMS?

As an owner of a Daniel Defense V7 I feel good about my purchase. Also the fact that I got it from my local shop when the DD rep was in store for a huge DD event. I paid 1900.00$ for mine but got 800 rounds of Norma ammo and four magazines and a nice bag for that price. So I got my new v7 for really 1400.00$. Love it. Bought a IWI Z-15 a year later because of the bang for the buck. Lol. And have a pistol build with an Aero lower. I feel I have fone well with my choices. Thanks for the video brother.

@alexdelk5988

2 ай бұрын

how did you get a brand new one for that price!!!! i got a v9 for 2k new but like WHAT and this was 2 years ago

@Bobgill31

2 ай бұрын

@@alexdelk5988i got my dd v7 cali compliant for $1650 after tax on euro optics website

@RustCohleTX

2 ай бұрын

Got v7 pro for 1.6k with fire trigger

@alexdelk5988

2 ай бұрын

@@RustCohleTX dang i must have just gotten ripped off 😥

@MilesHoppus

Ай бұрын

yea i got mine for $1500 on Dahlonega Armory somehow lol. such a good rifle. really S Tier

The problem with SIG is they come out with rifles and then they stop supporting them which makes it hard to get parts

@randyreviewsit

8 ай бұрын

Yeah if they brought back the old 55x line I would be all in lol.

@moderngunguy3666

8 ай бұрын

@@randyreviewsit That's the bad thing about sig, they use their customers for testing. And then once they get it figured out they charge you an arm and a leg.

I bought an ADM UIC mod 2 16" complete upper and a stripped lower before ADM raised their prices. They used to be a great value. The complete upper new was $890 shipped and I bought their lower used for $250. With parts to complete the build I have $1,300 in the rifle like it would come from the factory.

@hoppinggnomethe4154

4 ай бұрын

Where the fuck did you buy your Anderson complete upper? The most expensive one they offer is like $500

@2amichaelj

4 ай бұрын

@@hoppinggnomethe4154 ADM. American Defense Manufacturing

@user-wf2rg5gl9h

2 ай бұрын

@@hoppinggnomethe4154 ADM = American Defense Manufacturing, not Anderson

Aero deserves b. They’re tough,reliable, less expensive & have that legendary flared mag well from factory. They’re really solid and at a solid price. More expensive doesn’t always mean more better.

@randyreviewsit

9 ай бұрын

Ben stoeger just broke another bolt on his aero, watch his video.

@austingriff833

9 ай бұрын

@@randyreviewsit they’re just milspec nitride. I won’t use another one of those. Nickel boron been getting rough reviews too. Nickel is Smooth but not the best. In my research and experience a good option that’s smooth and strong is DLC. I like Sharps rifle company. Aero lowers are generally pretty tough. Any mil spec lower parts kit is junk. Spend the extra 40 and get Geissele. Especially because you get that extended bolt catch. I like to build my upper with faxon parts. Faxon makes a Good barrel about 150 bucks with the 1/8 twist rate (my preferred twist rate for 55-62 grain)

@jessefioretti2872

8 ай бұрын

​@@austingriff833I do Precision sheet metal engineering / fabrication. I used my mitutoyo dial Caliper that is capable of measuring 0.0000 to inspect the rifle I just built. The tolerances on the Aero precision we're far within tolerance. The tolerance was just as good and some places better than my Buddy's Daniel Defense. I also bought their 16 in stainless steel 416r fluted barrel which is beautiful. I don't know why so many people hate on Aero precision. In my experience, Their stuff is definitely higher than milspec, but it can fit mil-spec. If you look at the Tolerance on most milspec products they only go to .00 so to have their upper receiver, lower receiver, takedown pin holes, and other important Dimensions be within .005 it's pretty impressive. Just saying.🤷🏻

@gutWrench9mm

8 ай бұрын

@@randyreviewsitthe aero bolt lugs like to shear

@gutWrench9mm

8 ай бұрын

@@austingriff833 carpenter 158 has the least variables to go wrong when heat treated. properly heat treated 158 bolts can last up to 60,000 rounds.

Hey there Randy What's your opinion on Stag arms?? Specifically their Stag10 models? Was there any perceivable quality change when they moved from Connecticut to Wyoming??? Thanks for your Tier list!!

@ro794

25 күн бұрын

It’s a solid rifle. Was my first it’s quality.

I have an aero 10.5 upper and lower swapped to an adjustable gas block, ran suppressed it’s whole life. It’s great.

Just bought my first AR. The amount of information and number of brands available are mind-boggling. I didn't really know where to start. I watched a few "top 5" and "top 10" videos, and I wasn't ready to drop over $2k on a high-end AR, but I didn't want to buy bottom of the barrel, either. I was ready to pull the trigger on either a Stag or a Springfield Saint Victor, but a local gun shop talked me into an LWRC for only a couple hundred dollars more. Got the LWRC Discovery. Unfortunately, I'm in CA, and have to wait until next week before I can pick it up. Glad to see that you ranked LWRC so high on your scale.

@MilspecPanda

2 ай бұрын

You’re not gonna be disappointed with LWRCI

@ryanjoband9082

Ай бұрын

How you kicking the rifle? I've decided on lwrc as my main ar too, just waiting on moving to a free state in a few months

@chrismiller100

Ай бұрын

@@ryanjoband9082 Love it. The only thing I regret was not learning more about the available mounting systems. The rifle I bought is neither KeyMod nor MLok. It's an LWRC proprietary mounting system that doesn't have any 'aftermarket' products that work with it. That's OK, because this is only my first AR, and I've heard they like to multiply. Hopefully I'll be moving to a free state soon, too, so I can put a normal rear take-down pin in and remove the magazine lock. My house is for sale, and I'm already packed and ready to go. Just waiting for the right buyer. I'm going to miss having my own private shooting range, though.

@scotttraxx

Ай бұрын

How much u got it for?

@chrismiller100

Ай бұрын

@@scotttraxx $1,399 with the California compliance equipment - 10 rd mag and juggernaut system.

The blackout defense is my first gun I’ve ever purchased! Just called yesterday and talked to Brooke . She was so amazing and walked me through the whole process. We added everything I wanted including the color scheme and out the door it was just under 2,200 and that was with their 400 off for black Friday !!! I’m so excited to get this gun and I’ll probably buy another once a new version comes out !

@randyreviewsit

6 ай бұрын

Damn dude… starting at the top. Yeah they are great and their customer service is awesome too.

@xWoolhoodx

6 ай бұрын

@@randyreviewsit honestly I never heard of the company and your review list was the greatest gunreview I’ve ever watched and I’ve watched over 100 in the past week. Your tier list and explanation for each brand was amazing! I wanna subscribe but I’m scared cause I think your reviews will make me buy a lot and hurt my wallet 😂.

Awesome work man. Ive only tried a handful of manufacturers and love learning more. The F tier is good for stirring up engagement in the comments if you do another 😂👍

Thanks for the video. Can you prioritize brands in each of their tiers from best to worst based on cost vs. quality?

@randyreviewsit

5 ай бұрын

Will try to do that next time.

@wsz594

Ай бұрын

@@randyreviewsit you did that on this one with certain companies but not others thats why this list makes no sense. Geissele super duties are nice rifles but overpriced, i paid 1800 for fine got a good deal, but you have psa d tier even though you get a lot of rifle for 600 bucks. I have a radian model one and it is a tank refuses to quit running even though i barely maintain it at all, my friends model ones run like sewing machines as well, c tier is crazy. The only thing i dont like is the cerakote instead of anodizing.

@randyreviewsit

Ай бұрын

@wsz594 yeah the actual price people on Geissele I did get wrong for sure, the psa should be different now that Sabre’s are out, if you had a shtf would you reach for the Geissele or the radian I am curious?

@SlickSlack4pac

Ай бұрын

​@randyreviewsit I would be reaching for my LE6920, has the most combat use than any brand you have listed.

Keep up the vids man. You got a big future in this KZread. Thanks for your knowledge.

@randyreviewsit

8 ай бұрын

Lol we will see, I got a few big vids planned for the rest of the year. Including 2 popular events.

@MasiRick

8 ай бұрын

When you see someone new making vids and the content is A1 you gotta let ‘em know. Don’t doubt yourself for a minute your content is golden. You clearly have tons of experience and am thankful for you sharing to those who don’t know as much such as myself. Thank you! I’m subscribing

@hairydogstail

8 ай бұрын

Based on what?? I never saw one measurement, gauge or proof product A was better than product B..This tier list is for smooth brains and people like you think it's quality info, hilarious..I usually don't like to insult opinions but this video was too much..Go to the School of the American rifle or a good armorers class if you really want to learn something..@@MasiRick

I'd love to rank all the AR Manufacturers out there with reasoning behind each ranking but i've yet to put significant time behind each company to offer an informed opinion. I'll get there one dy though. Thanks for the video.

My first AR was the ruger AR 556 and she's been an absolute beast when it comes to reliability. I also own 2 HK, 1 colt and just this year I got my first SOLGW complete.... I wish I knew about this company before I bought my 2nd HK because I'd only own 1 HK and two SOLGW rifles.... Idk what kind of magic sauce they're lathering their rifles in but you can literally weigh down the rifle with an LPVO, offset rds, wml with pad, sturdy rail covers and a bcm forward grip and I swear to god the gun feels exactly the same if it was completely naked with cheap magpul flip ups. The balance of the rifle feels absolutely amazing and the confidence I have running one is like no other...

@Blueknight1960

4 ай бұрын

I bought a stripped GOLGW lower. I also have 2 PSA complete lowers, I don't see where the GOLGW lower is any better than PSA's. Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying the GOLGW is bad, it just isn't better than a PSA lower.

@TerminalM193

4 ай бұрын

@@Blueknight1960 All "mil-spec" stripped lowers are going to be near identical aside from special coatings and sometimes flared magwells & trigger guards. PSA make absolutely phenomenal gear.... Their biggest problem is horrid QC. Their workers take PSAs awesome, in-spec gear and parts and turn them into out of spec or "low quality" due to poor fitment, not staking or not following proper torque specs.... I could go on and on. I had to learn the hard way with PSA a few times but that's been quite a while ago. I still will completely disassemble - resemble all complete builds from psa just to check all the major boxes. They're only getting better and better. SOLGW got put on the map from their complete uppers and moved on from there.... I'm pretty sure they still don't produce any parts in house but rather use major production facilities to work on specific designs and specs, get all the parts in their warehouse where they then go over the rifle with a fine tooth comb, stamp their name on everything and jack up the price.

Hey Randy, great video! Who do you like for training ammo and/or self defense ammo?

@randyreviewsit

4 ай бұрын

Been using callaway ballistics lately if you find a code for the free shipping it has been reliable including their reman. For defensive rounds the 64 grain gold dots or 62 grains fusions are my go tos.

I got randomly recommended one of your AR15 videos and I’ve been really enjoying your content man. I just built my first AR. I did a bcm/aero. I watched dj shippley from gbrs recommend Bcm so I went that route. If I could go back I’d probably go with a blackout upper. But non the less thanks for the videos. I learned about company’s I didnt know even existed watching this

@randyreviewsit

7 ай бұрын

Thanks man, I promise 2024 will be better I have a lot of ar’s that I want to try and see where they end up on the ranking and make it a more comprehensive list.

I’m glad to see my rifle (LWRC) in S tier. I think many people bypass looking for this rifle because of popularity/marketing of the other brands. I think they mainly get around by word or mouth advertising. I also don’t see them in many gun sun shops. I own the short stroke piston model and I chose it over DD and Geissele as I was looking for what I considered top tier for me! I’ve owned many of the brands on here and some that aren’t on here and I’ve built/assembled a few. I currently own, in addition to my LWRC is a SA Saint Victor because of the value for the price and also because I was in the market for a second or third AR right around the time panic buying had started and the gun came in as I was coming in to settle on a more basic AR. Thanks for the list. P.S. I paid about $2400 after tax, out the door around 4 years ago.

@Charliemanee16

29 күн бұрын

I have a LWRCI too IC. The rifle is heavy after I added a few extra features I’ve been looking at the Saint edge due to its value and gas block (I’m waiting on my 🤫 tube). I say all this to say how’s the Saint ? Does it give you hiccups or do u need to run a Pacific ammo to run it ?

@synystur21

29 күн бұрын

@@Charliemanee16 The Saint Victor has been flawless through various ammo brands and types, i.e. different bullet weights, 5.56 as well as .223. I don’t shoot anything past 62g though since they pretty much serve a defensive/shtf purpose. I do train with the rifles but I don’t “sport shoot” if that makes any sense.

Surprised to see Windham on the bottom. I have both a Dissipator, and an HBC I purchased earlier this year. Love them both. I figured they would at least be "service duty" LOL.

@dtogo4286

6 ай бұрын

My HBC is just fine

@marcelahernandez369

6 ай бұрын

Its a great milspec rifle. Multiple people who work at the gun store I frequent own their own windham weaponry ARs as well. It's a great mid-tier AR

Just picked up my first LWRC 16" DI here in Maryland for 1650 out the door. Haven't shot it yet, "going this weekend". Trying to decide if I want the eotech + magnifier OR Delta Stryker 1-6x LPVO on her. Never shot one of these but have always wanted one. She's maybe a pound heavier than my SOLGW 16" but my SOLGW isn't technically "legal" here in Maryland since it doesn't have an "hbar" stamped barrel.

I was wondering what was your take on Lead Star Arms? I know they are tied into PSA, but I was considering purchasing their Grunt 3 pistol.

The only disagreement I'd have is Rock River Arms. Their AR beat out ten other companies on this list in trials for the DEA contract. Since then, the US Marshals and FBI have begun buying them as well. They are also the company to produce AR's for the DoD when we're arming foreign security forces.

@randyreviewsit

5 ай бұрын

It seems to be a trend on the rra stuff, maybe my experience was anecdotal and not reflective of them. I will probably try to get some time in on one this year so I can update the tier list with 2024 changes. Already predicting a few moves

@trentinbennefield8075

4 ай бұрын

@@randyreviewsit my Anderson is great their is no wiggle between the upper and lower can take a beating and the one I got came with magpull furniture 15 inch hand guard 16 inch barrel and its accrete in my opinion its equal if not better than an aero. never had fail to feed no light strikes when I weighed it it was between 6-7 pounds so I'm not sure you have had an Anderson or at least have never actually tested it because if you had it would be higher up. or maybe I was lucky and got a good 1 out of a million all I know is that the one I have is very a very good rifle

@breed4659

4 ай бұрын

Rock river makes an outstanding rifle. I treat mine like shit and it's never missed a beat, and is by far in a way the most accurate AR I've ever owned. I've had personal experience with a few rock rivers that just seemed to be freakishly accurate

@siebitup

3 ай бұрын

Agreed, my RRA has a few thousand through it, and it's been nothing but perfect. Durable, accurate, a tad heavy, but easily remedied.

@SirDadbod

2 ай бұрын

contracts are probably more about budget and politics than performance...im just guessing..

Not sure if anyone else mentioned this but, the CMMG Dissent is actually DI/Internal Piston, not a Short Stroke Piston. Which makes it even more impressive considering you get an adjustable gas system and foldable stock (doesn’t use a buffer tube). Looking at price to performance ratio, I’d more so put CMMG in the bottom of A Tier but, to each their own.

@randyreviewsit

7 ай бұрын

You are absolutely right I misspoke, Mike from cmmg corrected me as well at iv8888. They are right on that border and creeping into A tier.

@chrisrosenthal1210

6 ай бұрын

Not sure I'd even put the word piston in there. It's DI all the way, the rest is the buffer assembly. It's typical AR design all the way through the gas key. Everything else is opposing/ return force.

@alexferrara9287

6 ай бұрын

@@chrisrosenthal1210 Maybe I wasn’t clear enough with what I meant, my bad bro. DI aka Direct Impingement, is actually an internal piston. Somewhere along the line people started calling it DI but, functionally its a piston itself. But yes overall, it shares a lot with a standard AR-15.

@chrisrosenthal1210

6 ай бұрын

@@alexferrara9287 But there is no piston on a DI gun... Just gas pumped into the bcg

@alexferrara9287

6 ай бұрын

@@chrisrosenthal1210 Armalite begs to differ brother. Instead of me explaining, I’ll just copy/paste what Armalite said in an article…. ”The AR-15/M16 and the AR-10 family of rifles employ a unique gas powered operating system patented by Eugene Stoner in the 1950s. This gas operating system works by passing high pressure propellant gasses tapped from the barrel down a tube and into the carrier group within the upper receiver, and is commonly but incorrectly referred to as a “direct impingement” system. The gas expands within a donut shaped gas cylinder within the carrier. Because the bolt is prevented from moving forward by the barrel, the carrier is driven to the rear by the expanding gasses and thus converts the energy of the gas to movement of the rifle’s parts. The bolt bears a piston head and the cavity in the bolt carrier is the piston sleeve. It is more correct to call it an “internal piston” system.”

Thanks for the list very informative. Do you have an opinion on Diamondback DB15? I saw one on a shop for around 800 and looked solid. Thx

@randyreviewsit

3 ай бұрын

No experience with them unfortunately, hoping to get some time in with them this year

2 ай бұрын

Garbage tier

That spikes tactical segment was worth the whole video. 32:06 😂

The Anderson is a mil spec rifle with magpul furniture around 450 bucks. Shots good runs fine and really reliable. People just crap on em because they’re cheap

@billn911

8 ай бұрын

Agree! I have several Anderson lowers that I have built out and they are great!

@knightcustombuilds6988

8 ай бұрын

Anderson is just fine, they had a QC fallout a few back. Otherwise as far as mil spec goes AM15 is in spec for the most part.

@HalfRightFlock

8 ай бұрын

I’ve toured their shop this year. I was impressed.

@hairydogstail

8 ай бұрын

Nothing wrong with Anderson receivers and this tier list shouldn't be taken seriously..As long as the parts meet spec and tolerance the rifle will perform as good as any AR..

@jasonnichols7813

8 ай бұрын

Same for PSA!!!

Solid, well thought out and a lot of experience with a lot of different manufacturers. I've got experience with roughly half the list you broke down and i cant argue placement of any of them.

@randyreviewsit

9 ай бұрын

Wow, was not expecting that. Appreciate it though.

Any way to download your AR list? Poked around some but didn't see how. Tks!

@randyreviewsit

11 күн бұрын

tiermaker.com/create/randy-reviews-ar-15-brand-rankings-15482992

@randyreviewsit

11 күн бұрын

Hmm it looks like the values might be gone.

I bought the m4le upper with chrome lined chf barrel from spikes in like 2016 when they were kind of the darling of the community in price vs quality. Built the lower to match with spikes lpk and lower. I have since evolved but I'll say this. That gun has become my training, farm, truck gun and i have run thousands of rounds through that gun with zero problems. Its just the basic gun with no gimmicky stuff but im still gonna have to disagree through experience on this one. Oh, and i drive an F150 with no stickers.

Never had a problem with Anderson. They make cheap and good enough lowers. The uppers you can throw some really nice parts in and come out cheaper and better than something stock for the same price.

Hi Randy, what do you think about POF and JP Enterprise - S or A

@randyreviewsit

2 ай бұрын

Jp I hear a lot of good stuff about never used one. Pof I have only used their ar-10

I will chime in a vote on the V7. I built a rifle with most of the parts from them. The arts are expensive there is no denying that and it does price out some builders, but they are amazing both in weight and feel. I would argue aero precision a solid B tier for their m4e1 receivers. Forged with billet looks and the screw in mag catch pin should be an industry standard.

Hi Randy, I know Otis Technology acquired DRD Tactical in 2019. I'm not sure where DRD stands right now. However, where would you have put DRD Tactical in your tier list before Otis acquired them?

@randyreviewsit

6 ай бұрын

Never heard of drd to be honest

Good Information and video. A lot of knowledge all around. Don't see POF or Wilson Combat on the list. Wondering about your take on those.....

@randyreviewsit

6 ай бұрын

Pof I have only seen in the ar10 format and it was nice aside from some boar tusk cut into the handguard. Haven’t used a Wilson rifle but not a fan of their 1911’s

Geissele, if you bought it on sale, would it go up a tier or two? Just curious. I did not pay for MSRP for my Superduty. Saw the Luna Black 16" for like 1300-1400 during the November black friday sales and Veterans day sales.

@randyreviewsit

5 ай бұрын

Yeah on sale definitely up a tier maybe two. They are good guns.

@ReticentIndignation

5 ай бұрын

@@randyreviewsitAppreciate it, yeah I don't know why anyone would ever pay MSRP. Thanks for the reply.

@aew0aew0

2 ай бұрын

Geissele makes great guns. Complete rifles are expensive (about same price as DD) but include a much nicer trigger than DD and as far as I’m concerned everything else is about the same quality as DD. DD never does sales like G does as far as I know. I got my G upper on sale for about $800. Bought a trigger on sale for $120, and a stripped lower. Had a complete G built for $1100. Also, in the goofy meltdown videos have G in the top spot (ahead of DD) for most rounds fired full auto before breaking.

@randyreviewsit

2 ай бұрын

@aew0aew0 yeah the sale prices of Geissele are definitely a big sway. For 2024 I am changing the score up as of more of a shtf thing. Which Geissele does pretty well in and I think it should be a better list for most users

@aew0aew0

2 ай бұрын

@@randyreviewsit also DD still makes their barrels in the completely outdated government profile. Not innovating much there…

LWRC is underrated. They’re overshadowed by DD. If the stopped with the goofy proprietary (but still amazing) upper on the DI. it would be among the elites.

@ChokolateSushi23

17 күн бұрын

LWRC was the gold standard before I had even heard what a Daniel Defense was. Those who know, know.

I’m so glad I came across this list. Your analysis of the spikes tactical guys had me on the floor laughing😂

This is exactly what I needed to watch to learn about these companies and their prices, I am still pretty new and want to build an AR, who makes the best Ambi Lowers? (Performance for price) if you can help me much appreciated

@randyreviewsit

7 ай бұрын

So if it is just ambi safety you are looking for then psa Sabre has one, for full ambi you are probably looking at American defense. There are also still plenty of brands I haven’t tried yet so I can’t speak to those hoping to expand the list for 2024.

@lanejohnson7656

2 күн бұрын

@@randyreviewsit Do you have any experience with the CMMG Zeroed lower kits. I literally throw that kit in an Anderson, PSA or Aero blem lower (basically whatever is cheaper and readily available). Not much into the gucci stuff and not looking to win beauty contests but being right handed and left eye dominate I like the lower ambi kit. Helps its $149.. lol

Didn't think I would actually watch this whole video but you just dropped so much knowledge and experience. Thank you for sharing and saving us some money,

@randyreviewsit

3 ай бұрын

Excited for the one I do for 2024, I think it is going to be more applicable for most people, as proprietary parts are going to count against you. Thanks for watching

@halalalalaya

3 ай бұрын

@@randyreviewsit Looking forward to that. Any thoughts on the Diamondback DB-15's?

@randyreviewsit

3 ай бұрын

No experience with them yet

Nice list, where would you put Stag Arms?

@jamesdettlaff9415

2 ай бұрын

my question also.

Well done and very useful bro. I know you cannot cover every company, but I was wondering how you would rate Troy Industries and Battle Arms Development

@randyreviewsit

9 ай бұрын

I don’t know much about them other than Troy is a no go simply because of politics, and battle arms the only thing I know about them is 1911 syndicate got a gun that was awful.

@rachelstephens3680

8 ай бұрын

I hear everyone thinks bad about both but I’ve built an ar using a battle arms lower, and it’s fantastic it’s top notch

How would you rate Bear Creek Arsenal? I have one and like it. Not highest quality but shoots great and really affordable, veteran discount too making it an even sweeter deal. Many caliber options and made in NC. Due to price I think B or C.

@marklower007

2 ай бұрын

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 d tier at best.

@terrywolford7880

2 ай бұрын

@@marklower007 Like they say in the Corps, opinions are like Aholes, everybody’s got one.

@lucasvaughn629

Ай бұрын

Z tier

I for one will stand up for Rock River. I had an operator 2 that was an absolute tank. Also had one of the varmint models with no problems from any of them

@smpinkerman

2 ай бұрын

Agree. I have the coyote carbine

I bought a Windham Weaponry few years back and haven't had any problem with it at all. Great AR !!

@dtogo4286

6 ай бұрын

I got the HBC and it's been flawless

@tedm4932

6 ай бұрын

I hear you 👍@@dtogo4286

@bigmacfullerton7870

6 ай бұрын

WW made very good rifles at a very fair price. Unfortunately they went out of business recently. I have the SRC and it’s a great rifle

@tedm4932

6 ай бұрын

Yes, I agree ! Back in the time Bushmaster was the #1 Very sad all the gun techs that lost their jobs. Thanks to our fantastic economy thanks to the communists democrats for closing down businesses !!!!!@@bigmacfullerton7870

@TheRealMrBlackCat

4 ай бұрын

​@@bigmacfullerton7870FYI, Windham Weaponry had been purchased and has reopened. New owners and management, and they are continuing warranty support.

Hey guys, Aero Precision Gen 2 lowers haven't been in stock for a minute now near me. I'm stuck between Anderson, Ruger, or Spike's Tactical lowers and I don't know what to get? I'm heavily leaning more on Ruger's AR lower over Spike's and DEF over Anderson's, but how does Ruger's lower compare with Aero's? Should I just wait it out?

@randyreviewsit

Ай бұрын

I would be perfectly fine tbh using a psa or Anderson lower. Lowers are pretty hard to get wrong, and most of the pricey ones aren’t worth it… just my 2 cents, my ar build video tomorrow has a psa lower.

@RoseSushii

Ай бұрын

@@randyreviewsit I’ve already ordered a PSA upper, but since I live CA I just wanted to reduce the wait time of shipping a lower to an FFL dealer and wait for another 10 days until I can take it home. I’m probably just gonna buy a Ruger lower as it seems to be slightly better than Spikes and on-par or a little bit better(?) than Aero’s. Also looking forward to your video tomorrow, keep up the great content!

@lanejohnson7656

2 күн бұрын

@@RoseSushii If you are talking stripped lower (even upper) it literally doesn’t matter. If it’s in spec (which better chance than not) you’re not going to gain performance or durability. One of the nicest rifles I’ve shot was put together with an Anderson stripped lower. I’d buy PSA but by the time I pay the FFL transfer fee I can almost buy a Aero blem lower that is just a cosmetic blem (If that).

What's the opinion and tier of Panther Arms dpms ar10?

As someone who is looking to purchase their first AR, this review was the most helpful out of the many (lost count) videos I have watched in order to make an informed decision The AR platform is overwhelming for someone who is new and doesn't know anybody personally that are owners. The categories were helpful for the manufacturers yes but just the brief focus on the strengths and weaknesses covering different parts of the products was just enough to point me in the right directions. So many of the videos I have found drone on mixed with trying to sell you something or covering sponsors. Yes I understand there is def. a need to do that but it seems that videos in the gun category are worse than others ... videos getting extended out something like 5 mins do to all the injection of product related pitches or recommending affiliations etc

@randyreviewsit

6 ай бұрын

Honestly I missed quite a few brands because I didn’t have experience out there. So many great options out there I just wanted to make something so people didn’t overpay for a name or could find what they wanted if they wanted certain features. Thank you for your comment

@MrSpeedFrk

6 ай бұрын

@@randyreviewsit yes so even though this was more targeted towards the brands just the general points on the technology and parts as well as the different companies approaches , like the one company can't remember the name but the point on high quality uppers for not so much lowers , handguards, different barrel types, bolt carrier groups all this stuff just touching on them with comparisons but short and concise. All this is great for someone who knows nothing about ARs where most of the others are more focused on one particular area or reviewing one particular platform, even those videos that I watched that would go over an AR would spend too much time on some areas and it usually became very boring lol

@randyreviewsit

6 ай бұрын

That’s a good point it kind of covered features and aspects to look for and what brands support them if you are interested in it. Glad the video helped. Working on one for the striker fire pistol market.

@jdwar11

5 ай бұрын

Knights was the one he spoke highly of with the upper and pooped on their lowers

@tabs9213

5 ай бұрын

I give you an A..you gave us the rational of why you rated them where you did. I also can see that your ratings make sense. The only place you put your thumb on the scale is when it comes to pricing. You will ding a good quality rifle for its price. Maybe a rating of the brands that is exclusive of pricing..might be helpful. This was a helpful critique of the brands exclusive of the frame work of the rating system.

Have an IWI Zion-15. One of the best purchases for the money in my collection . Rock solid. As is my CMMG. I may end up getting a Son's of Liberty next. Especially since they are here in town. Great list!

@gutWrench9mm

8 ай бұрын

I feel like the Zion is what made his ranking vary based. You can literally take the Zion and base other guns around it.

Any idea how V seven uppers fit Radion weapons AX lowers? Planing out a build, would love to use a V seven lower, but as a lefty I’m not sure I want to sacrifice the ambidextrous controls.

@randyreviewsit

8 ай бұрын

I would reach out to v seven their customer service is great and they could answer things better, but it should

@jamesgoodman540

8 ай бұрын

@@randyreviewsit True enough. Thanks for the input! Only possible concern I see is the Extra large bolt release, some uppers are only designed with space for a standard mill-spec bolt release.

Love this video... Thank You!

Daniel Defense makes EVERYTHING in house. Including their barrels

As somebody who currently owns both a Geissele with a MK8 rail and a Type A Contractor, they are on par with each other. The Type A has an overall better fit, finish, and lower. I know the Type A is piston and doesn’t compare to DI, but the Geissele recoil impulse is slightly better. Also, the trigger and buffer system is nicer. The gas rings in the EBCG have lasted longer as well. I also prefer the Surefire muzzle devices on the Geissele as I’ve had 2 baffle strikes with my Sandman S. Both guns are incredibly accurate.

@randyreviewsit

6 ай бұрын

Yeah Geissele has just had more hiccups and it seems like they are producing a lot of blems that people are buying. Not to mention if you end up wanting one during a non-sale time you are overpaying by as much as $600.

Have a colt 6920 and looking for a more modern purchase in 2024. Armalite M15TAC16 $799 right now. What cha thinkin

Hey Ran, I'm building my first AR, its going to be a .300 blk and after seeing your video and learning about V seven I was wondering if you could help me out and give me your opinion

@randyreviewsit

3 ай бұрын

Sure man, if I were you stick to the 2099 lithium aluminum stuff as much as possible, stronger than the magnesium and 7075 and almost as light as the magnesium.

@xai9892

3 ай бұрын

do you really think is worth the extra 300 for the 2055 upper and lower instead of going for the 7075? I was thinking of going for the 7075, just thinking the weight difference is only like .2 and .4 oz and 7075 been tried and true. I do understand the new tech, but just wondering, I mean if I'm going to get it might as well get the best but just asking? @@randyreviewsit

@randyreviewsit

3 ай бұрын

@@xai9892 that’s a hard one, if you have crazy cash and are doing like your ultimate build then maybe, but otherwise I would agree the 7075 is fine, I like doing the 2099 on the handguard though so that the weight of the gun is further back rather than in the handguard

@xai9892

3 ай бұрын

you know what man it is going to be my ulti built so im going to go with that 2055 as for the HG im still diciding if going for the mag hyper 2.8 or the 2099 ultra light 3.8 🤔 also the BCG what do you think about there titanium one i was thinking that or the noveske enhance DLC BCG any advice or any other option? im going to go with the honey badger barrel assambly for the 1/5 twist and also the infinit gas adjustment any opinion? @@randyreviewsit

@randyreviewsit

3 ай бұрын

@@xai9892 I wouldn’t do the magnesium handguard personally I would do the lithium aluminum again and for the bcg I would either do their titanium or else like a kak full chrome. Depends on if you are going for weight or bomb proof

So did PSA do poorly because of your customer service experience or was the test firearm garbage?

I recently bought a Windham Weaponry and I must say its a nice shooting rifle it's like Windham Bushmasters 2.0.. it shoots just as nice and just as smooth as my 2 Windham built Bushmasters... yes the company just recently shutdown but i personally think it's because they really didn't advertise their guns as much as their competitors did

@johnspartan3405

7 ай бұрын

The owner also passed away back in March as well. Not sure if his family divided up his many many assets. I worked for a company he owned years ago and had multiple friends work for Bushmaster/Windham. We also shared a close mutual friend. Very caring and generous man who as far as my knowledge goes, was always good to his people.

@bigmacfullerton7870

6 ай бұрын

WW made quality accurate and reliable stuff at a fair price. Chrome lined barrels, phosphate coated chrome lined BCGs and chrome lined and properly staked gas keys for $800. My SCR is a tack driver and it’s never been a problem at all

@rikkrakk4012

5 ай бұрын

Windham Weaponry is opening back up

@marcfalsetti9381

5 ай бұрын

I bought a WW many years ago, because through my research, they were the only AR producer who made the 7.62x39 into a reliably cycling weapon. And It Is!

Keep up the good work thanks

What parts does Springfield use that BCM uses???

Love this breakdown! I've been looking for something just like this! How would you tier out NEMO Arms?

@randyreviewsit

8 ай бұрын

I don’t know anything about them other than they make that 300 win mag ar right?

@iGuessIllChooseSomething

8 ай бұрын

@@randyreviewsit Yeah that's their big Omen, but they have a whole series of Battle Light, traditional 223/556 and 300 BLK ARs that they inhouse most the parts for. I was looking at those, but reviews seem to be sparse and mostly sponsored

@mealteam6.1

Ай бұрын

Youre gonna end up really mad😂

I would base the tier on how well they run. In a meltdown test the failure rate was so by brand: Geissele (901 rounds before failure), Sig (1,010), POF (2500), S&W (820) all outlasted Daniel Defense (686), Knights Armament (574), and LMT (833). Is that not considered?

@plohish1337

3 ай бұрын

I haven't seen the test, but do they all have same barrels? no heavy barrels? if some rifle made 2500 shots and didn't fail, while another did 600 and failed, that tells me that's a heavy barrel vs standard one. also it's hard to judge by just 1 rifle, not all of them are the same.

@randyreviewsit

3 ай бұрын

@plohish1337 you are right in meltdowns, it pretty much comes down to barrel profile and gas block.

@mdmonroe82

3 ай бұрын

@@plohish1337 You can see the videos for yourself. All the barrels are an M4 profile. None of them were heavy. My point is, these high dollar companies are charging for the name and looks. It also shows that if a piston unit is added, the barrel will hold up much longer, because the heat is exiting the gin instead of being trapped inside.

Hello Randy, Have you had they opportunity to shoot or review Grid Defense or Ghostrifles?

@randyreviewsit

3 ай бұрын

Nah man, never heard of them. Will google it.

You mentioned "Punisher skulls", "country music" and I bust out LOL! You triggered my Spidey sense, when you kept coming back to CUSTOMER SERVICE and over-pricing & value over & over again. Your 1000% on the money with your critique & thoughts. You more than earned my subscription today. Well done.

@randyreviewsit

Ай бұрын

I go back to Tommy boy a bit and think about the scene where he is talking about the “guarantee”. It works the same way in the gun industry, a guarantee doesn’t mean shit if you can’t get anyone on the phone or spend 3 months jumping through hoops. If you pay extra you better get that extra service too. Glad you liked the video, and thank you!

I wonder where Patriot ordnance Factory would sit in this list. Their Revolution DI is $1200 less than the V Seven and is only a few ounces more in weight with quite a few neat technology features in it. Not sure how they would compare but it could be a contender.

@justanotherinternetexpert7743

5 ай бұрын

Your being way to polite, the Renegade Plus is one of the best rifles you can buy right now. They make arguably the most durable out of the box Piston Ar15 on the market as well. The fact that he does not even mention POF-USA makes this entire list garbage. And legitimate.

@randyreviewsit

5 ай бұрын

@justanotherinternetexpert7743 maybe because I have only shot their AR-10 you illiterate bum, I have posted that no less than 8-9 times in these comments that you have failed to read. I haven’t shot their ar-15 only their ar-10 so it wouldn’t be fair to comment on it . Maybe you are fine talking about stuff you have no experience with, but I would rather have real data. Also no one is going to be a tier making their handguard look like a goddamn warthog tusk that poses a stabbing hazard to the user. The only thing that is trash here is your comment.

@Roscoeverdin5469

Ай бұрын

@@justanotherinternetexpert7743 I own a POF 415 Edge. It is a great gun compared to other AR platforms I have shot and owned. The fact that POF isn't covered here doesn't make the ranking illegitimate. Not every gun can be covered. While I would have liked to see how the POF stacked up against others on this review, I already know. Bad mouthing is somewhat immature.

@randyreviewsit

Ай бұрын

@Roscoeverdin5469 I have only shot the pof in the ar-10 format which is why it wasn’t included in the list. If you want someone to lie about their experience or just make things up then this is the wrong channel for you.

@Roscoeverdin5469

Ай бұрын

@@randyreviewsit Do you have any reading comprehension? Reread what I posted. I was knocking the guy for knocking you for not including the POF in your review.

I couldn't disagree with most of your placements more. I wonder how many of these rifles you have actually owned. I have owned most of your list other than the lower tier stuff...I think msrp effected your placement too much rank only on performance and materials let the price be the price and offer your opinions but don't let them effect your ranking if your ranking is based on quality of product. My training group (who are all engineers) literally tore these rifles apart to see who was worth what. A lot of what you said is true....I just disagree with your rankings all in all Jobe well done

@hannibalbarca2939

8 ай бұрын

I own a lot of the rifles on this list. What do you place on A and S tier, personally? Would love to hear your thoughts as I also disagree with OP.

@michaelhairston7284

7 ай бұрын

@@hannibalbarca2939 I think radian Geisele and LWRC and all tier 1 rifles some will choose the original piston lwrc mostly because if price but I would put the di LWRC as best all around rifle out of most of these when considering price. I believe there is a real application of the law of diminishing returns once you cross the 2400 mark but some would say the same for 1500. It's really about taste budget experience and expectations...most who really run the weapon hard and on purpose will still make changes to many if not all of these....thats why we usually build vs. Buy...what I would like to see is a best parts list...In my rifles I run JP silent buffer assemblies, lwrc barrels when I can get them if not I got a similar secret sauce barrel that seems to spec out identically even down to the flutes ....I prefer an ambi lower on a matched upper forged over billet...trigger for me is the Geisele ssd radian charging handle src lightweight bolt and carrier ...bullet proofed gas block and yes that loud ass lantec muzzle break unless it's canned then surefire qd ratchet...furniture could be magpul or not...whatever suits your fancy depending on the build's purpose

@martylucas8557

7 ай бұрын

I don’t agree with you. His ranking wasn’t solely based on pricing alone, as you said. He gave surrounds in his ranking decision. However, pricing “always” plays a key role in ranking, because the pricing needs to be justified…either tier up or down. So let’s see your ranking. You’re obviously an AR snob who knows it all.

@MrJord311

7 ай бұрын

Nerd

@Jimyjonescones

7 ай бұрын

Sounds like you have put some through the ringer inside and out. What would you both say is best AR FOR $1000

I have a palmetto lower and wanted to go with a quality 16" upper . Can you recommend something that will last. I shoot about 1000-3000 rds a year.

@randyreviewsit

6 ай бұрын

Bcm, Midwest industries, Daniel defense. I haven’t tried but looking into getting a munitionworks Joe, or the Adam arms piston gun

@TerminalM193

6 ай бұрын

Like randy said, you can't go wrong with the three he recommended. Don't forget about solgw uppers either. If you want to save some money you can find awesome FN uppers with CHF barrels for well under 500 bucks.

@unreal5143

3 ай бұрын

I had a basic mil spec PSA with an upgraded bcg, thru in a rise armament super sport trigger and a BA 16" .223 wilde hanson barrel. Shoots sub 3/4 moa with aac match ammo and around 1 1/4 with PMC Xtac 62 gr target ammo

Where would you rate Lancer System rifles? Thanks

@randyreviewsit

6 ай бұрын

Never used any so couldn’t tell you anything.

What does the Diamondback fall under?

@craigthescott5074

6 ай бұрын

I like mine seems like a well made AR for a good price.

@randyreviewsit

5 ай бұрын

Haven’t tried one will reach out and see if I can get one.

@craigthescott5074

5 ай бұрын

@@randyreviewsit I bought a few when they were on sale just in case they decide to bring back the assault weapons ban. I picked one too shoot it’s been very accurate and reliable. I put a Vortec optic on it and just shot the crap out of it. No complaints so far, It’s a great AR for the price.

@randyreviewsit

5 ай бұрын

Will try to get my hands on one this year to test

@EndTheNFApls

3 ай бұрын

D tier

Nailed it with Blackout Defense. I own one and it's absolutly absurd!

Very much in line with my limited experience. I've resorted to machining, assembling, and tinkering to get the quality/features I want at a price I still can't afford.

I have one question Randy 🙋🏻‍♂️ Is play between the upper and lower in these S tier rifles okay?

I'd put Ruger in B simply because it's a Great Priced, Good Home Protection gun which is the Highest Percentage of the AR Customer base.

@thickseed

7 ай бұрын

Definitely.

@lanejohnson7656

2 күн бұрын

Although I don’t personally own all of them, but basically a test sample of 11 of them. All of them the AR556 that were bought when they first came out and out the door price was under $400. 3 of them have lived their entire life having the dog snot beat out of them riding in a truck and had the hell shot out of them. They look like hell but still going strong. 1 of them is owned by a Marine and if he says it’s a solid rifle it’s good enough for me. Admittedly the trigger at least on the old ones is horrid, but the upgraded trigger makes a world of difference and isn’t that expensive. I put the magpul handguard so I could mount a light, stock and a sling on mine and that’s it. Wish I would have bought at least 6 of them at that price.. lol

Spikes tactical is on par with DD as far as the parts they use. They’re very much the same gun. You put a rifle in D tier because of your feelings on the gimmicks…are you kidding me? Easily A tier. Probably the best lowers I’ve ever used. Just wow!

@michaelbg60

4 ай бұрын

Agreed, Spikes deserves a better rating. Mine has never let me down no matter how dirty I let it get. I guess it's a good thing this is just some random guys thoughts on gun manufacturers and has no sway over any of them.

@jacobcooper269

2 ай бұрын

I'm curious to know if Aero Precision makes parts for Spike's Tactical. I understand that people online say no, but for starters Aero would most definitely be doing this under an NDA, but Aero Precision has been known to be the OEM for a few high-end manufacturers which is how they managed to enter the market with their own products at such a low cost relative to others. There's also compatibility between Aero Precision's BAR system and Spike's Tactical's BAR system.

@SquidGunman

23 күн бұрын

You are absolutely correct. Him putting spikes in D tier is absolute proof that he has never owned one of their rifles. I have two of their factory built rifles and they are absolutely awesome. The doofus making this video has zero idea about spikes.

I had some help building my aero precision 308 the way I wanted it and it came out awesome and it has a spikes tactical nickel boron bolt carrier group and spikes tactical 20" heavy barrel and a 2 stage geiselle trigger

I have a few builds but i recently bought a KAC SR-15 complete upper 14.5 inch and I slapped it on a LWRC complete lower and it shot very good! I shot it for the first time last night!

Not disagreeing about the Geissele pricing but..they do have a nice bolt carrier group with some innovation. The rains are super solid, their gas system length is innovative, apparently it’s a 1moa barrel, and they make a lot of their stuff in house. Just saying, there’s some things that were overlooked.

@randyreviewsit

6 ай бұрын

The rails bent, what innovation is in their bcg I have heard good things about it though, what different gas length are you seeing?

@shawnsanders9450

6 ай бұрын

​@@randyreviewsitthey have a intermediate length gas system that is in between mid and rifle. The barrels and rifles are seriously under MOA with good ammo too and they will last past your grand kids. Only a idiot pays MSRP for thier rifles as they can be had with sales under $1600 all the time.

@Cowboy0007

6 ай бұрын

@@randyreviewsit iM assuming that’s why socom picked the URGI must be because the mk16 sucks.

@randyreviewsit

6 ай бұрын

@Cowboy0007 I wouldn’t assume anything they pick is because of performance, they did also select the sig m18

IWI zion z15 owner here.. Great AR, even better is the pricetag on it, im surprise there is not much videos/reviews on here for the zion z15.. Most of the videos are from 3-4 years ago.

@swempley

7 ай бұрын

I have a SIG M400 and It is still the same price as the Z-15 I think, but I'd much rather have the IWI for the handguard. The Tread handguard on the SIG is complete trash. Replaced it with a Timber Creek.

It's a good time to be in the AR market. I think you're getting a good gun if you buy any of the brands in the A, B & C categories. I wouldn't hesitate to buy a PSA rifle either if that was the price point I was looking for.

I have a DTI m16A4 clone and I love it man👌 picked it up at a gunshow in fortworth for 600$ flat and haven’t had a single failure. It’s my first rifle so I didn’t wanna spend big and i absolutely adore it.

I have a windham weaponary src 308 I love it perfect price excellent customer service lots of mods available I had an under gas issue cx took care of me shipping and quick turnaround process only had that 1 issue they sent it back better than I had got it to begin with!

@randyreviewsit

6 ай бұрын

Hope it lasts, they are out of business now.

@Time-and-Tide

6 ай бұрын

@@randyreviewsit Nov. 16 post on their social media site says they will be back up and running soon. They say the lifetime warranties are still going to be honored.

I've used Anderson receivers with very good results. As long as you find two that fit together right you got a real good gun at a very good price. I don't really care what other people say. That's just been my personal experience. Going by other peoples ranking of best to worst is like comparing apples and oranges. One person gets a bad orange and all of sudden all those types of oranges are bad according to them. They get areal good apple and all of a sudden all those types of apples are great. Some people don't like my type of handgun according to their videos. In other videos other people love it. I'm the only person that can decide what is the best or worst for me.

@steringp1434

6 ай бұрын

I don't think that you understand the difference between objective and subjective opinions. In the video he was stating objective facts. You prefer to go by your subjective, emotional feelings about 'what is the best or worst for me.' The ranking were not about you and your feelings. They were based on logic and facts.

@randyreviewsit

6 ай бұрын

What I think the other item is sure maybe he got a good Anderson lower, but you are more likely to have a great lower from the higher tiered stuff for sure, to me the ranking is partly you pay for piece of mind. Sure psa has a lifetime warranty, but I would rather not have to warranty something at all and I have never heard of someone having to warranty anything from H&K.

@howardmccully7982

4 ай бұрын

Anderson's QC is much better nowadays...but snob mentality at its best is all they get...sad😢

@randyreviewsit

4 ай бұрын

@howardmccully7982 hoping to give them another try this year and see if things are better.

@ronniegillaspy

4 ай бұрын

I’ve had an Anderson for 4 years and never had 1 problem with it. Only FTF was due to the mag not the receiver. Hog hunt with it all the time. You don’t have to break the bank to have a good reliable firearm.

Your spikes tactical rant had me in shambles brother thank you!

@randyreviewsit

6 ай бұрын

Yeah it seems like everyone feels the same way about those but no one has the heart to tell spike’s

Hey Randy, I really enjoyed your review. As Far as comments go everyone has there own opinion. You seem to lean towards the piston driven gun. I love my 10.5 Daniel defence V7 in 300 BO. Anyways, have you checked out the Adcor defence A-556? It is a piston driven rifle. I have one and really enjoy shooting it. First time watching any of your reviews. Stay in the fight. John

@randyreviewsit

2 ай бұрын

Yeah this tier list included innovation into the value of something so most of the di companies that do standard guns got ranked down. This year I am doing a shtf version where proprietary parts count against you

I have Super Duty, out of the list. Id still run my Geiselle above the rest, reliable, smooth, a fortress of a rifle. very well made. Yet, expensive. Buy when on sale.

I would say my 18" Ruger 556 MPR with Magpul furniture, the 452 Elite trigger, and CHF barrel is a solid B tier..

For the sake of it. Anyone have thoughts on doublestar? I'm pretty happy with my mil-spec dragon from them. But I also lack much experience to compare it to.

@randyreviewsit

Ай бұрын

Never used them, I have seen them at an event or two but no experience

The list is packed already but just wanted to ask if you don't mind. Where would you put POF? They tend to be easily forgotten in the game, thanks!

@randyreviewsit

8 ай бұрын

My cousin has a 308 war hog, it is pretty overbuilt and a little heavy, but definitely solid. I would probably put them up with lwrc, although not the hog one because I never want sharp points on a gun lol. The piston seemed solid and worked in Wisconsin winters, more gas settings than most.

@762x69

8 ай бұрын

@@randyreviewsitThanks for getting back to the question so fast, you rock!

Geissele is a brand you buy on sale as they have them often. Also their CHF barrel is accurate with a nice profile and the REBCG is enhanced and smooth along with the Super 42 buffer combo. Great QC and good gassing. You could argue DD is overpriced too, Geissele has mil contracts on their rails as well as their triggers. Kinda wack that DD uses a mil spec trigger for that price.

@randyreviewsit

8 ай бұрын

Yeah I keep hearing their sales are pretty crazy and yeah if you can get them for those 1600-1750 ranges then yeah by all means that’s a decent buy.

@torch357

8 ай бұрын

@@randyreviewsit got mine on a decent brownells deal, was 1580 with a 400$ rebate. it's been a great gun, wouldn't pay 2400, and I have a BCM that I shoot way more and paid less for. 😭

@heatheruntz5315

8 ай бұрын

I own a geissele super duty and love it but I bought it before I knew about blem sales. As far as DD I will buy theiruppers in the market for a mk18 their barrels and rails especially the quad rails are awesome

@josephmcbrien7646

6 ай бұрын

​@@randyreviewsitgoing for 1460 right now

@randyreviewsit

6 ай бұрын

For that price easily a-tier

Modern Andersons with their increased QC should at least be a C....I have an Anderson lower with an Aero upper, and have had great results..."for the money", as you said, they're hard to beat as compared to much more expensive combos-especiallywhen the money you saved getting that combo helps you afford better internals...it's hilarious to know I've outperformed several people using "better" rifles with my "poverty pony"...another great brand is Spencer, btw

@busrolla

4 ай бұрын

As soon as he said “poverty pony” I knew I couldn’t trust the rest of the list.

@almostontimehero5415

4 ай бұрын

Lmao @ the poors above me.

@bookem5537

4 ай бұрын

​@almostontimehero5415 you're "one of those".. I bet my worst can compare to your best

@howardmccully7982

4 ай бұрын

@bookem5537 not exactly, but fair point...the statement WAS a bit bombastic, lol...I still think they're much better now, and no longer deserve all of the hate and derision...just saying

@americathefree3708

4 ай бұрын

I just watched a guy shoot a thousand rounds through a regular Anderson arms AR, he added a trigger mod to shoot full auto. In the end he was impressed and it had no flaws.

Good video,first tome watchin it.Would you consider doing an AK one??

@randyreviewsit

8 ай бұрын

Maybe but I have only owned definitive arms, Arsenal, and psa. Spoiler alert the arsenals are not worth it.

Agree about VSeven. While I don't have any of their guns, I do have a considerable amount of their parts, and their parts (while pricey) are QUALITY. I exclusively use their hand guards on my AR10s.

Try the Radical Firearm, budget friendly and great rifle.

@getbrainseeds

2 ай бұрын

budget for a reason bad bolt carriers bad barrels i would even chose a anderson over them and my anderson only lasted 7000 rounds

I love lwrc. Best bang for the buck for me. Also like the unique look of them.

@codytheduke6562

8 ай бұрын

Agreed, 100% S Tier

aaaah Man, great review.... Love the thought process. My go to for builds is the Aero Precision brand. Affordable, reliable, and availability. No feathers ruffled here.... lol. You're spot on with ATI! thats a big Pass for me. Love BCM & PWS! I did 2 builds with them and have no issues so I kind of put them on the same level as Aero. I dont have much experience with he others (yet). Im surprised this video was only 40 minutes!!! awesome job. Just sub'd. I would love to see one on pistols...

@randyreviewsit

7 ай бұрын

Yeah I have been running through a bunch more striker fired guns so that video is coming for the holidays. Thanks for the kind words as well I appreciate it.

@Citizen2ACitizenLLC

7 ай бұрын

No worries at all. Gotta support the community especially when the content/commentary is spot in. Still going through the echelon video.. 178 more to go...lol@@randyreviewsit

Where would you put SLR Rifleworks? I would put them in A+, great machining on the couple I own, but they are expensive.

Well done! And I am what they call a professional. :) BTW, Windham Weaponry went out of business here in Maine this month. (9-23)

@randyreviewsit

8 ай бұрын

I will never live up to a Paul Harrell, hoping to get some land down the road and do some meat targets though. Yeah windham went down, this is the most competitive ar market we have ever seen, if you are not doing something different or really cheap things are hard.

@hblegal8309

8 ай бұрын

Keep up the good work! I agree, there is only one Paul, so second place to him would still be great. @@randyreviewsit

Stag arms, Wilson combat? Thanks for the nice list, I like seeing overpriced cause of the name get lowered. H&K could go down even more for overpriced and not appreciating civilians at all.

@talisikid1618

6 ай бұрын

Total bs. No problems with their customer service and their stuff is the best, commonly available products. If you’re too poor for the best, then settle for what you can afford. Many people make sacrifices to afford HK.

@voodooreptiles3553

6 ай бұрын

@@talisikid1618 It has nothing to do with poor fool. And it is far from the best. And no they are KNOWN to cater to police and military and not have good civilian service. So not at all bs. Next.

My LGS has a lot of Diamondback ARs - where would you put them?

@randyreviewsit

5 ай бұрын

Haven’t tried them, hoping to this year

The S&W Sport 2 was referenced but not the higher priced S&W models. Where do they stand?