The Sugar Weasel by Q - 300 Blackout

Published on January 2, 2020
Duration: 18:13

This review of the Q Sugar Weasel in 300 Blackout by Kit Badger highlights its design as a more affordable alternative to the Honey Badger. The video details its shared components like the barrel nut forward, including a 7-inch 1:5 twist 300 Blackout barrel and Q's Cherry Bomb muzzle device. Key differences include an M16 spec forged receiver set without a forward assist, a 90-degree selector, and an ALG trigger instead of the Geissele found on the Honey Badger. The reviewer shares extensive experience, including use in an NVG course and hog hunting, discussing reliability with various ammunition types and magazines, and providing detailed accuracy results.

Quick Summary

The Q Sugar Weasel is a 300 Blackout firearm from Q, offering a more affordable alternative to the Honey Badger. It features a 7-inch barrel, Q's Cherry Bomb muzzle device, and an adjustable gas block for excellent suppressor performance. While it differs from the Honey Badger with an M16 spec receiver, 90-degree selector, and ALG trigger, it maintains a high level of reliability and shooting comfort.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Introduction to the Q Sugar Weasel
  2. 00:22What is the Sugar Weasel?
  3. 00:45Similarities with the Honey Badger
  4. 00:56Barrel Nut Forward Components
  5. 01:13Q Cherry Bomb Muzzle Device
  6. 01:38Differences from the Honey Badger
  7. 01:43Receiver Set and Forward Assist
  8. 02:08Selector Switch and Trigger
  9. 02:53Bolt Carrier Group and Charging Handle
  10. 03:02Buffer Tube and Brace
  11. 03:18Personal Experience and Development
  12. 04:03Prototype 5.56 Sugar Weasel
  13. 04:41Production Sugar Weasel and 300 BLK Upper
  14. 05:10NVG Course Experience
  15. 05:31Ammunition Used in NVG Course
  16. 06:23Hog Hunting in Texas
  17. 07:52Second Hog Hunt
  18. 08:11Malfunction Discussion
  19. 08:28Ammunition and Magazine Issues
  20. 09:37User Error and Maintenance Habits
  21. 10:40Accuracy Testing Setup
  22. 11:15Accuracy Results: Subsonic Ammunition
  23. 12:35Accuracy Results: Supersonic Ammunition
  24. 13:48Thoughts on Accuracy Results
  25. 14:03Use Case and Role
  26. 14:25Honey Badger vs. Sugar Weasel
  27. 14:44Adjustable Gas Block and Suppressors
  28. 15:01Shooting Experience Differences
  29. 15:31Design and Aesthetics
  30. 16:00Conclusion: Can't Go Wrong
  31. 16:14Ease of Shooting
  32. 16:51Shooting Unsuppressed vs. Suppressed
  33. 17:13Whistle Tips Blast Forwarding Device
  34. 17:38Final Recommendation and Pricing

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main differences between the Q Sugar Weasel and the Q Honey Badger?

The Q Sugar Weasel uses an M16 spec forged receiver set without a forward assist, a 90-degree selector, and an ALG trigger. In contrast, the Honey Badger features a billet receiver set, a short-throw Radian selector, and a Geissele trigger. Both share components from the barrel nut forward, including the 7-inch 300 Blackout barrel and Q's Cherry Bomb muzzle device.

How reliable is the Q Sugar Weasel in 300 Blackout?

The reviewer found the Sugar Weasel to be reliable, with most malfunctions stemming from ammunition types (like subsonic expanding hollow points) or magazine compatibility issues. The firearm performed well through approximately 1000 rounds in an NVG course, indicating good overall dependability for its intended uses.

What kind of accuracy can be expected from the Q Sugar Weasel's 7-inch 300 Blackout barrel?

Accuracy testing at 100 yards showed groups ranging from 1.42 MOA to 3.37 MOA, depending on the ammunition. Subsonic rounds from Minutemen Munitions achieved groups as tight as 1.42 MOA, demonstrating respectable accuracy for a short-barreled 300 Blackout firearm, suitable for roles like home defense or hunting.

Is the Q Sugar Weasel a good suppressor host?

Yes, the Q Sugar Weasel is an excellent suppressor host, sharing this characteristic with the Honey Badger. Its adjustable gas block is particularly praised for its ability to tune the firearm for subsonic ammunition and suppressed shooting, resulting in a very soft recoil impulse and a pleasant shooting experience.

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