[Review] Smith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II: Good Budget AR?

Colion Noir assesses the $600 Ruger Harrier AR-15, concluding it's sufficient for most users who desire a functional, reliable rifle without complex modifications. He highlights its balanced handling and adequate performance at typical engagement distances (50-100 yards), comparing it favorably in perceived quality to a much more expensive HK MR556. This review targets the 'guy who just wants a rifle' rather than the 'AR guy' focused on building.

Colion Noir reviews the Ruger Harrier, an AR-15 platform rifle priced around $600, arguing it's sufficient for most users. He highlights its modern aesthetic, tight upper/lower lockup rivaling more expensive models, and balanced handling. The review targets the 'guy who just wants a rifle' rather than a project build, emphasizing its value as a reliable, modern, and adaptable firearm.

This review compares AR-15 magazines made of polymer (PMAG), steel, and aluminum. While aluminum was once standard issue, it's prone to malfunctions. Steel is preferred over aluminum for its ruggedness and faster drops during reloads. Polymer PMAGs are highlighted as a top choice due to their proven reliability, which is crucial as magazines are a common cause of stoppages in platforms like the M4A1 and M16.

Elliott Delp recommends the Daniel Defense DD M4 V9 as a $1500 rifle, noting its $1600 sale price is justified by its quality. He highlights the cold hammer-forged barrel's accuracy, the Radian Raptor charging handle, and the rifle's durable Cerakote finish. The V9 features a Picatinny handguard, while the V7 offers M-LOK.

The Honest Outlaw reviews the Palmetto State Armory 11.5-inch 5.56 pistol, highlighting its exceptional value at around $500. Despite its budget price, the firearm demonstrated impressive reliability, handling 800 rounds without malfunctions, and achieved accurate hits at 250 yards. The reviewer suggests minor upgrades for enhanced comfort but deems it a highly capable option for home defense and general use.

Amber and Doshie from Exile Armory showcase a wide array of new firearms and accessories. The video features various pistols, rifles, shotguns, and suppressors from brands like FN, Q, Bergara, Springfield Armory, and Beretta, with detailed pricing and some technical specifications provided. The presentation is casual and informative, highlighting new inventory for customers.

This video provides a practical demonstration of operating the Heckler & Koch MP7 in both semi-automatic and full-automatic modes. It covers the essential steps of loading, chambering a round, and manipulating the fire selector for different firing modes. The host emphasizes safe handling and proper technique for engaging targets with this compact submachine gun.

This video demonstrates the proper operation of a full-auto HK MP5K, including the iconic 'HK Slap' to chamber a round. It covers deploying the stock, locking the charging handle, and differentiating between semi-auto ('E') and full-auto ('F') firing modes. The demonstration includes live fire in full-auto and shows resulting target accuracy.

This video demonstrates the operation of the fully automatic KRISS Vector in .45 ACP, highlighting its distinct fire modes: semi-auto, 2-round burst, and full-auto. It showcases the platform's high rate of fire and the effectiveness of its Super V Recoil Mitigation system in managing recoil, particularly during full-auto engagement. The demonstration includes proper loading procedures and safety engagement.

The video analyzes the surprising use of Mosin Nagant 91/30 rifles, often with PU scopes, by rear-line troops and militias in the Ukraine conflict. These historical Soviet infantry rifles, officially replaced decades ago, highlight potential supply chain issues for Russian forces when seen alongside modern weaponry. While modernized versions exist, their deployment in this context is notable.