DISSENT 300 BLK Compact Personal Defense Weapon

Published on June 19, 2022
Duration: 16:51

This review of the CMMG Descent PDW highlights its innovative design, departing from traditional AR buffer systems to offer a compact firearm utilizing AR platform strengths. The reviewer emphasizes its suitability for 300 Blackout, focusing on its capability to stabilize various ammunition loadings rather than extreme pinpoint accuracy. Key features include a non-reciprocating charging handle, a compact action with a reduced carrier, and a collaboration with TriggerTech for a unique blade-style trigger.

Quick Summary

The CMMG Descent is a compact PDW that innovates on the AR platform by eliminating the buffer tube and incorporating a non-reciprocating charging handle. It excels with 300 Blackout, demonstrating excellent stabilization across various ammunition weights, from 125-grain to 220-grain subsonic loads, producing clean bullet holes.

Chapters

  1. 00:20Introduction to the CMMG Descent
  2. 01:11Descent PDW Design and Features
  3. 01:55Barrel Length and Upper Receiver Details
  4. 02:14Lower Receiver and Trigger System
  5. 02:44Caliber Variants (300 BLK, 5.56, 5.7)
  6. 03:38Accuracy vs. Ammunition Stability Discussion
  7. 05:00300 Blackout Performance Expectations
  8. 06:16Ammunition Testing: 125gr, 150gr, 220gr
  9. 07:13Target Analysis: Bullet Hole Stability
  10. 09:54Magazine Compatibility Test
  11. 11:52Subsonic Ammunition Malfunction Induction
  12. 12:05Critique: Lack of Battery Assist
  13. 13:10Suggestion for Bolt-Mounted Charging Handle
  14. 14:50Accessory Mounting and Rail System
  15. 15:46Overall Assessment and Rating
  16. 16:05Future Product Line Expectations

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMMG Descent PDW?

The CMMG Descent is a compact Personal Defense Weapon (PDW) designed to optimize the AR platform's strengths while reducing its traditional shortcomings, such as the buffer tube recoil system. It features a unique compact action and a non-reciprocating charging handle.

What caliber is the CMMG Descent reviewed?

The CMMG Descent reviewed in this video is the 300 Blackout variant. The reviewer notes that 5.56 and 5.7 variants are also available, with more calibers expected in the future.

How does the CMMG Descent handle different ammunition types?

The reviewer found the CMMG Descent to be highly capable of stabilizing a variety of 300 Blackout loadings, including 125-grain, 150-grain, and 220-grain subsonic ammunition, producing stable bullet holes on target.

What is the main critique of the CMMG Descent?

The primary critique of the CMMG Descent is the absence of a battery assist mechanism, such as a forward assist button or a bolt catch that can be manually pushed forward to ensure the bolt is in battery.

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