Making a California Featureless AR15 - Solar Tactical Grip Wrap Test

Published on July 28, 2017
Duration: 13:45

This video details how to modify an AR-15 to comply with California's 'featureless' rifle laws. Host Joel Persinger demonstrates replacing the flash hider with a muzzle brake, a collapsible stock with a fixed one, and crucially, installing a grip wrap from Solar Tactical to prevent the thumb from wrapping around the pistol grip. These modifications render the rifle legally 'featureless' in California, allowing the use of a standard magazine release and avoiding registration as an assault weapon. The presenter emphasizes the ease of installation and removal of the grip wrap, allowing for a fully functional rifle when outside of California.

Quick Summary

To make an AR-15 featureless for California compliance, remove the flash hider and install a muzzle brake, replace a collapsible stock with a fixed one, and add a grip wrap to prevent thumb-wrapping around the pistol grip. These modifications ensure the rifle is not classified as an assault weapon, allowing for a standard magazine release.

Chapters

  1. 00:09Introduction and Channel Support
  2. 00:33California Compliant Rifle Overview
  3. 01:38Solar Tactical Grip Wrap Introduction
  4. 01:44Muzzle Brake Installation
  5. 02:02Magwell Grip Discussion
  6. 02:13Fixed Stock Installation
  7. 02:32Pistol Grip Modification (Grip Wrap)
  8. 03:01Grip Wrap Orientation (Right/Left Hand)
  9. 03:18Grip Wrap Performance and Feel
  10. 04:09Comfort and Manipulation with Grip Wrap
  11. 04:47California Featureless Definition Explained
  12. 05:32Rifle No Longer an Assault Weapon
  13. 05:43Standard Magazine Release Reinstated
  14. 06:03Grip Wrap Installation and Removal
  15. 06:14Grip Wrap for Travel (California to Nevada/Arizona)
  16. 07:11Range Test and Controllability
  17. 08:49Featureless Rifles and High-Capacity Magazines
  18. 09:07Magazine Capacity Discussion (10-round vs 30-round)
  19. 10:10Summary of Featureless Build Process
  20. 10:47Recommendation for Solar Tactical
  21. 11:50Thanks to Elemental Arms
  22. 12:13Call to Action: Like, Subscribe, Join NRA
  23. 12:39Second Call Defense Legal Support
  24. 13:23Viewer Comments and Future Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you make an AR-15 featureless for California?

To make an AR-15 featureless in California, you must remove specific 'assault weapon' features. This includes replacing the flash hider with a muzzle brake, using a fixed stock instead of a collapsible one, and installing a grip wrap that prevents your thumb from wrapping around the pistol grip. These modifications ensure the rifle is not classified as an assault weapon.

What is a Solar Tactical grip wrap?

A Solar Tactical grip wrap is an accessory designed to modify an AR-15's pistol grip to comply with California's featureless rifle laws. It prevents the shooter's thumb from wrapping around the grip, a feature prohibited on California 'assault weapons.' These wraps are custom-made for right or left-handed shooters and are easily removable.

Can you use a standard magazine release on a featureless AR-15 in California?

Yes, once an AR-15 is legally configured as 'featureless' in California by removing prohibited features like flash hiders and pistol grips, you can typically reinstall a standard magazine release. This is because the rifle is no longer classified as an assault weapon, negating the need for devices like a 'bullet button'.

How easy is it to remove a grip wrap for travel?

Grip wraps, like the one from Solar Tactical, are generally designed for easy removal. They are often secured by a few small screws that can be loosened with a penny, dime, or screwdriver, typically taking only a few minutes to detach. This allows you to quickly revert to a standard grip when leaving California for states with different regulations.

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