5.56 Galil and 7.62 Galil ACE

Published on August 3, 2020
Duration: 12:45

This review compares the original Israeli Galil with the modern IWI Galil ACE. The ACE offers significant ergonomic and feature upgrades, including tritium sights, an ambidextrous magazine release, and a left-side charging handle. While both are AK derivatives, the ACE addresses many of the original's shortcomings, though some modern accessory mounting can be challenging due to rail design.

Quick Summary

The IWI Galil ACE offers significant ergonomic upgrades over the original Galil, including a left-side charging handle and an ambidextrous magazine release. Its tritium-equipped sights improve low-light performance, though field stripping can be more challenging due to tighter tolerances.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Comparison Overview
  2. 01:03Original Galil Features
  3. 03:57Galil ACE Enhancements
  4. 05:43Field Stripping Original Galil
  5. 07:14Field Stripping Galil ACE
  6. 08:57Modern Features & Practicality

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main ergonomic improvements of the IWI Galil ACE over the original Galil?

The Galil ACE features a more ergonomic left-side charging handle and an ambidextrous, drop-free SR-25 pattern magazine release. These address common complaints about the original Galil's controls, enhancing usability for shooters.

How do the sights on the Galil ACE compare to the original Galil?

The Galil ACE is equipped with modern sights that include tritium inserts for better low-light visibility. The original Galil features standard aperture sights, which are functional but lack the low-light capability of the ACE's tritium system.

Is the Galil ACE easier to field strip than the original Galil?

Field stripping the Galil ACE is generally similar to the original Galil but can be more difficult due to tighter tolerances on the top cover and a spring-loaded dust cover. Some users may need tools or a mallet for disassembly and reassembly.

What are potential drawbacks of accessory mounting on the Galil ACE?

While the Galil ACE has Picatinny rails, the short length of the bottom handguard rail can be a drawback. Mounting accessories like a standard bipod may leave insufficient room for the shooter's hand, potentially affecting grip comfort.

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