#SundayGunday: Fightlite Industries Herring Model 2024

Published on April 26, 2026
Duration: 3:27

The FightLite Industries Herring Model 2024 is a modern lever-action rifle designed to integrate with the AR-15 platform. It leverages AR bolts, barrels, and barrel extensions, and feeds from AR-pattern magazines. The rifle features a polymer stock with QD cups, a textured pistol grip, a 6:1 mechanical advantage lever, and a crossbolt safety. Its upper receiver is compatible with standard AR uppers (with a modified BCG), and the free-floated handguard offers extensive mounting options via Picatinny and M-LOK. The 16.25-inch barrel is threaded 5/8x24 TPI and the rifle is available in 5.56 NATO or .300 Blackout, with potential for other calibers.

Quick Summary

The FightLite Industries Herring Model 2024 is a modern lever-action rifle that integrates with the AR-15 platform, using off-the-shelf AR bolts, barrels, and extensions. It feeds from AR magazines and allows for standard AR uppers with a modified BCG. The 16.25-inch barrel is threaded 5/8x24 TPI and it's available in 5.56 NATO or .300 Blackout.

Chapters

  1. 00:04Introduction to Sunday Gunday
  2. 00:06Introducing the FightLite Herring Model 2024
  3. 00:11Lever Action Design with AR Platform Integration
  4. 00:25Leveraging AR Parts Aftermarket
  5. 00:29Utilizing AR Bolts, Barrels, and Extensions
  6. 00:34Feeding from AR Pattern Magazines
  7. 00:44Factory Stock Features
  8. 00:56Pistol Grip and Lever Actuation
  9. 01:08Lower Receiver Design and AR Roots
  10. 01:21AR Pattern Magazine Compatibility
  11. 01:31Magazine Release and Safety Features
  12. 01:37Upper Receiver Features
  13. 01:52AR Upper Compatibility
  14. 01:57Bolt Carrier Group Requirements
  15. 02:10Picatinny Rail and Handguard
  16. 02:19M-LOK Slots for Accessories
  17. 02:28Barrel Length and Muzzle Threading
  18. 02:41Caliber Conversion Potential
  19. 02:52Factory Calibers: 5.56 NATO and .300 Blackout
  20. 03:00Where to Find More Information
  21. 03:06Supporting Second Amendment Rights

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the FightLite Herring Model 2024 unique?

The FightLite Herring Model 2024 is unique for its blend of a classic lever-action design with modern AR-15 platform compatibility. It utilizes off-the-shelf AR bolts, barrels, and barrel extensions, and feeds from standard AR magazines, offering significant modularity and access to the AR aftermarket.

Can I use standard AR-15 uppers on the FightLite Herring Model 2024?

Yes, standard AR-15 uppers can be swapped onto the FightLite Herring Model 2024. However, you will need to use a modified bolt carrier group and linkage that is shortened to allow the manual lever to cycle the rotating bolt effectively.

What are the barrel specifications for the FightLite Herring Model 2024?

The barrel on the FightLite Herring Model 2024 is 16.25 inches long. Its muzzle is threaded with a 5/8x24 TPI specification, making it ready for the attachment of suppressors, flash hiders, or other muzzle devices.

What calibers are available for the FightLite Herring Model 2024?

From the factory, the FightLite Herring Model 2024 is available in 5.56 NATO or .300 Blackout. The design also allows for conversion to a variety of other calibers, including 6mm ARC, .450 Bushmaster, .22 Long Rifle, 9mm, .45 ACP, and 5.7x28mm.

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