1st Look: Arsenal Democracy AD-15 Pistol & SureFeed E2 Magazines

Published on May 11, 2020
Duration: 10:35

This video provides a first look at the Arsenal Democracy AD-15 Pistol and SureFeed E2 Magazines. The reviewer, Ivan from KitBadger.com, highlights the pistol's ambidextrous controls, SBA 3 brace, and Surefire Warcomp. He also discusses the SureFeed E2 magazines, noting their texture and Magpul base plates. The review includes live-fire testing, a Roon Nation Cold Start drill, and attempts to zero the pistol, offering initial impressions on its performance and value.

Quick Summary

The Arsenal Democracy AD-15 Pistol features ambidextrous controls, an SBA 3 brace, and a Surefire Warcomp. Its SureFeed E2 magazines, made by OK Industries, offer enhanced texture and Magpul base plates. The pistol demonstrated consistent ejection and has an adjustable gas block for tuning.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Introduction and Overview
  2. 01:10Arsenal Democracy AD-15 Pistol Features
  3. 01:53SureFeed E2 Magazines
  4. 02:34Ammunition and Setup
  5. 03:03Roon Nation Cold Start Drill
  6. 04:38Drill Results and Analysis
  7. 05:13Zeroing the AD-15 Pistol
  8. 05:43Post-Zero Shooting and Reloads
  9. 07:20Ejection Pattern and Gas System
  10. 07:43Suppressed Fire Test
  11. 09:00Iron Sight Shooting
  12. 09:44Final Thoughts and Review
  13. 10:03Where to Buy and Price

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Arsenal Democracy AD-15 Pistol?

The Arsenal Democracy AD-15 Pistol features ambidextrous controls, including an ambi mag release and large bolt catch/release. It also comes with an SBA 3 brace, a Surefire Warcomp closed-tine muzzle device, and a clean, single-stage trigger.

What makes the SureFeed E2 magazines notable?

SureFeed E2 magazines, made by OK Industries, are considered a gold standard for USGI mags. These specific ones have enhanced texture for better grip and Magpul base plates, and their feed lip geometry is noted as potentially good for various calibers like 300 Blackout.

How did the Arsenal Democracy AD-15 Pistol perform during live fire tests?

During live fire, the AD-15 Pistol showed consistent ejection patterns around 3:30-4 o'clock when unsuppressed, indicating it wasn't overgassed. The reviewer also noted the presence of an adjustable gas block for tuning suppressed performance.

What is the Roon Nation Cold Start drill?

The Roon Nation Cold Start drill is a timed exercise that tests firearm and magazine reliability. It typically involves shooting two magazines with a set number of rounds (e.g., eight) followed by a full magazine, all within a specific par time.

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