Lead Star Arms Rifles, Pistols & Custom Parts, PLUS the Lightest PCC: SHOT ’20 | Gun Talk LIVE

Published on January 24, 2020
Duration: 18:38

This video from SHOT Show 2020 features Derrick of Lead Star Arms showcasing their diverse product line, including pistols, custom AR-15 parts, and their new lightweight PCC. The discussion highlights the company's focus on producing high-performance firearms for serious competitors and duty use, emphasizing the integration of world-champion input and advanced materials like carbon fiber to achieve exceptional weight reduction and performance.

Quick Summary

Lead Star Arms focuses on producing high-performance firearms for serious competitors and duty use. Their Helium Series PCC is the world's lightest production PCC, utilizing advanced materials like carbon fiber for extreme weight reduction. They also offer duty-ready rifles and custom parts designed with input from world-champion shooters.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and SHOT Show 2020
  2. 00:42Having Fun in the Industry
  3. 01:04Gun Talk LIVE Sponsored by Palmetto State Armory
  4. 01:18Guest: Derrick from Lead Star Arms
  5. 01:27Derrick's Son Dallas Graduates Boot Camp
  6. 02:03Thank You Dallas for Service
  7. 02:26Lead Star Arms Pistols
  8. 03:00Serious Competitor Bias in Design
  9. 03:35Lead Star Arms Product Offerings
  10. 04:11Available Parts: Slides, Barrels, Frames, etc.
  11. 04:39Last Minute Preparations for SHOT Show
  12. 05:07Why Step Up to Lead Star Arms?
  13. 05:20High-End Guns at Affordable Prices
  14. 06:00Technology Progression from Racing
  15. 06:42Race Gun Immediately Available
  16. 06:57Moving to Other Firearms
  17. 07:03The Mandalorian Inspired Rifle
  18. 07:32Chris's Brainchild: The Mando Rifle
  19. 07:51Mando Rifle Features: Extended Paddle Release
  20. 08:04Mando Rifle Build Components
  21. 08:32Lightweight Design and Skeletonization
  22. 08:48Form and Function in Design
  23. 09:19Part of the Prime Line
  24. 09:41The Grunt Line Rifle
  25. 10:07Grunt Series: Duty Rifle
  26. 10:24Grunt Series Features: Magpul Trigger Guard
  27. 10:27Nickel Boron Trigger
  28. 10:38Semi-Custom Trigger Feel
  29. 10:57Grunt Series Weight and Price
  30. 11:17Price of the Mando Gun
  31. 11:49Next Firearm Introduction
  32. 12:11The World's Lightest Production PCC
  33. 12:42Part of the Helium Line
  34. 12:55Helium Line of Parts
  35. 13:09Lightest Shooting 5.56
  36. 13:20Mag Release on Helium PCC
  37. 13:46Accessibility for Competition
  38. 14:16Helium PCC Outfitting and Availability
  39. 14:39Core Perfection and Style
  40. 14:427075 Aluminum Muzzle Brake
  41. 14:58Carbon Fiber Tension Barrel
  42. 15:05Helium Handguard
  43. 15:09Skeletonized Receiver Sets
  44. 15:13Carbon Fiber Grip
  45. 15:16Hyperfire ECL Triggers
  46. 15:26PCC Expertise
  47. 15:38Building Your Dream Gun
  48. 15:55Blitzkrieg Hydraulic Buffer
  49. 16:01Aluminum Castle Nut Receiver and Plate
  50. 16:03New Helium Buttstock
  51. 16:08Individual Part Availability
  52. 16:37Price of the Helium PCC
  53. 16:50Race Guns Ready for Competition
  54. 17:03Congratulations Dallas
  55. 17:10Leaning on Expertise
  56. 17:19Chief Pulls Rank
  57. 17:35Gun Talk Live Sponsored by Palmetto State Armory
  58. 17:44Announcing Giveaway Winner
  59. 17:51More Gun Content

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Lead Star Arms firearms suitable for competition?

Lead Star Arms designs firearms with input from world-champion competitors, focusing on features that enhance speed and performance. Their products, like the Helium series, utilize advanced materials and lightweight designs to give shooters a competitive edge.

What are the key features of the Lead Star Arms Helium Series PCC?

The Helium Series PCC is recognized as the world's lightest production PCC, weighing as little as 3.9 pounds in 5.56mm. It features extensive use of carbon fiber for the barrel, handguard, and grip, along with a lightweight muzzle brake and skeletonized receiver sets.

What is the purpose of the Lead Star Arms Grunt Series rifle?

The Grunt Series rifle is designed as a duty rifle, suitable for law enforcement and serious civilian use. It's built on a mil-spec receiver set and includes enhancements like a refined trigger and a durable finish, offering reliability and performance at an accessible price point.

Can I purchase individual parts from Lead Star Arms?

Yes, Lead Star Arms offers many of their custom parts individually, including slides, barrels, frames, mag wells, muzzle brakes, handguards, buttstocks, and grips. This allows customers to build their own custom firearms or upgrade existing ones.

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