an AK? an AR? No, its a Galil That No One Pays Any Attention to.

Published on July 8, 2023
Duration: 10:04

Micah Mayfield reviews the IWI Galil ACE Gen 2 in 5.56, prioritizing its aesthetic 'vibe' over pure utility. While praising its smooth action, good stock trigger, and rigid handguard, he critiques the Gen 2's thick handguard and the Meprolight optic's dim reticle. He notes the 5.56 Galil has more recoil than an AR-15 but finds the left-side safety a significant ergonomic advantage.

Quick Summary

The Galil ACE platform's standout ergonomic feature is its left-side thumb safety. This placement allows the shooter to quickly engage or disengage the safety without altering their firing grip or breaking their line of sight, a significant improvement over traditional AK safety levers.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Building for Aesthetics
  2. 01:32Galil ACE 5.56 Gen 2 Overview
  3. 03:23Gen 1 vs. Gen 2 Comparison
  4. 04:03Handguard Critique & Praise
  5. 05:21Muzzle Device & Recoil Analysis
  6. 06:04Ergonomics: The Left-Side Safety
  7. 07:02Meprolight Optic Review
  8. 08:24Action & Trigger Quality

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key ergonomic advantages of the Galil ACE platform?

The Galil ACE platform's standout ergonomic feature is its left-side thumb safety. This placement allows the shooter to quickly engage or disengage the safety without altering their firing grip or breaking their line of sight, a significant improvement over traditional AK safety levers.

How does the Galil ACE Gen 2 in 5.56 compare to an AR-15 in terms of recoil?

According to the review, the Galil ACE chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO exhibits a noticeably more pronounced recoil impulse than a standard AR-15. However, the reviewer states that the recoil remains manageable and controllable during shooting.

What are the pros and cons of the Galil ACE Gen 2's handguard?

The Gen 2 handguard is criticized for being excessively thick ('girthy'). Positively, it is praised for its exceptional rigidity, which ensures accessories like lasers maintain zero, and it offers excellent M-LOK mounting points for lights and other attachments.

Is the stock trigger on the Galil ACE considered good?

Yes, the speaker highly praises the stock trigger on the Galil ACE, describing it as 'exceptionally good' for a factory rifle. He notes that it surpasses the quality typically found in most stock AK-style triggers.

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