WILL MY NEW RIFLE BUILD WORK? OR BLOW UP IN MY FACE?!

Published on March 26, 2024
Duration: 11:53

This video documents the initial range testing of a custom-built .308 AR-15 rifle. The builder, Locs N Load, tests the rifle's accuracy at various distances, from 100 yards to 600 yards, with a focus on zeroing the optic and making windage adjustments. The rifle features a Criterion 20-inch stainless steel barrel, Geissele SSA-E trigger, and a Fab Defense adjustable stock, demonstrating good performance and manageable recoil.

Quick Summary

The custom .308 AR-15 build features a 20-inch Criterion m118 LR stainless steel barrel and a Geissele SSA-E trigger. It demonstrated good accuracy at 100 yards and was tested up to 600 yards, requiring significant windage adjustments. Recoil was noted as manageable.

Chapters

  1. 00:19Introduction to the .308 Build
  2. 00:25Rifle Component Overview
  3. 00:36Geissele SSA-E Trigger
  4. 00:40Criterion Barrel and Other Parts
  5. 00:52Harris Bipod and Optic
  6. 01:00Ammunition and Zeroing
  7. 01:20First Shots at 100 Yards
  8. 01:43Tight Groups Achieved
  9. 02:06Moving to 600 Yards
  10. 02:31Spotting and Data Collection
  11. 03:01Windage Adjustments
  12. 03:51Adjusting for 400 Yards
  13. 04:08Shooting at 400 Yards
  14. 05:07Wind Shift Impact
  15. 05:32Adjusting for 530 Yards
  16. 05:45Shooting at 530 Yards
  17. 06:02Long Range Engagement
  18. 07:10Adjusting for 600 Yards
  19. 07:34Final 600 Yard Shots
  20. 08:10Recoil Impression
  21. 08:19600 Yard Performance
  22. 09:02Guest Shooter Experience
  23. 09:38Guest Shooter at Distance
  24. 10:15Overall Shooting Impression
  25. 10:41Suppressor and Zeroing Check

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key components of the custom .308 rifle build tested in the video?

The custom .308 AR-15 build features a 20-inch Criterion m118 LR stainless steel barrel, a Geissele SSA-E trigger, a Fab Defense adjustable stock for cheek and comb height, and a Harris bipod for stability.

How did the custom .308 rifle perform at different distances?

The rifle demonstrated good accuracy at 100 yards with tight groups. It was then tested at longer ranges up to 600 yards, requiring significant windage adjustments due to environmental conditions.

What was the shooter's impression of the rifle's recoil?

The recoil was described as manageable and not a 'hard kick,' indicating that the rifle's balance and component selection contributed to a comfortable shooting experience for a .308 platform.

What factors are important for long-range shooting with this .308 build?

Accurate wind calls and precise adjustments to the optic's elevation and windage turrets are crucial for hitting targets at 600 yards. The shooter had to account for wind shifts throughout the session.

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