Blood Diamond Car-15 II

Published on May 5, 2021
Duration: 17:34

This video details the construction of a 'Blood Diamond CAR-15 II' clone, meticulously recreating the iconic rifle from the movie. It covers specific retro parts like the Colt 607 moderator reproduction and Surefire 660 light, emphasizing the need for custom fitting. The build features a 10.5-inch barrel, Colt upper, BCM lower (registered SBR), and an Aimpoint PRO optic, all finished with a movie-accurate Aervo paint job.

Quick Summary

The Blood Diamond CAR-15 II clone build features a 10.5-inch barrel, Colt upper, BCM lower (registered SBR), Surefire 660 light, and Aimpoint PRO optic. Modifications like grinding the light mount ensure movie-accurate aesthetics and functionality.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Blood Diamond CAR-15 Cinematic
  2. 01:54Introducing the Blood Diamond CAR-15 II Build
  3. 03:51Colt 607 Moderator Reproduction
  4. 04:50Surefire 660 Light & Weaver Mount Mod
  5. 07:28Barrel & Brownells Skinny Handguards
  6. 08:28Colt Upper, BCM Lower & NFA Status (SBR)
  7. 09:20Aimpoint PRO Optic Setup
  8. 10:58A1 Grip, Retro Stock & Canteen Sling
  9. 12:54Aervo Paint Job Details
  10. 13:55Historical & Movie Context

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Blood Diamond CAR-15 II clone build accurate to the movie?

The build uses specific retro parts like a Colt 607 moderator reproduction and Surefire 660 light, a 10.5-inch barrel with skinny handguards, and an Aervo paint job matching the movie's camouflage pattern for high authenticity.

What are the key components of the Blood Diamond CAR-15 II clone?

It features a Colt upper receiver, BCM lower receiver (registered SBR), a 10.5-inch barrel, Brownells skinny handguards, a Surefire 660 light, and an Aimpoint PRO optic mounted low.

Is the Blood Diamond CAR-15 II build legal to own?

Yes, the build is an NFA-registered Short Barreled Rifle (SBR), meaning it complies with federal regulations and requires a tax stamp for legal ownership and transfer.

What modifications were needed for the Surefire 660 light on the CAR-15 clone?

The Weaver mount for the Surefire 660 light had to be modified by grinding it down with a Dremel to properly fit the profile of the 10.5-inch barrel.

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