What Would Stoner Do (WWSD) 2020 Ultra Lightweight KP-15 Review

Published on June 6, 2022
Duration: 26:14

This review covers the WWSD 2020 Ultra Lightweight KP-15 rifle, a modern take on Eugene Stoner's AR-15 design. The rifle emphasizes lightweight construction, featuring a Faxon pencil barrel, carbon fiber handguard, and a polymer KE Arms KP-15 lower receiver. It incorporates a Young Manufacturing HMB bolt carrier group and a JP Silent Captured Spring for enhanced reliability and reduced recoil. Accuracy tests were performed, demonstrating varying results with different ammunition types.

Quick Summary

The WWSD 2020 rifle is a modern, lightweight AR-15 variant inspired by Eugene Stoner's design principles. It features a Faxon pencil barrel, carbon fiber handguard, KE Arms polymer lower, Young Manufacturing BCG, and JP Silent Captured Spring. Accuracy tests show sub-MOA potential with match ammunition, and it's priced competitively around $1500.

Chapters

  1. 00:31Introduction to the WWSD 2020 Rifle
  2. 01:44Weight and Initial Impressions
  3. 02:10Accuracy Testing Setup and Ammunition
  4. 03:47Accuracy Results: M193 Ammunition
  5. 03:51Accuracy Results: Federal 69gr Gold Medal Match
  6. 04:31Accuracy Results: Federal 55gr Barnes TSX
  7. 05:03Detailed Accuracy Group Analysis
  8. 06:03Muzzle Device: A2 Birdcage Flash Hider
  9. 06:52Barrel and Gas Block Details
  10. 07:26Carbon Fiber Handguard Features
  11. 09:10KE Arms Upper Receiver and Forward Assist Omission
  12. 10:04KE Arms KP-15 Lower Receiver Features
  13. 11:37Break Arms Ambidextrous Charging Handle
  14. 12:08Young Manufacturing Bolt Carrier Group
  15. 13:19Bolt Carrier Group Finishes and Design
  16. 15:06HMB Bolt Design and Material
  17. 16:01KE Arms KP-15 Polymer Lower Receiver Deep Dive
  18. 16:36JP Silent Captured Spring System
  19. 18:27KP-15 Lower Receiver Construction and Features
  20. 19:18KE Arms Single Stage Trigger
  21. 20:01Full Auto Capability Discussion
  22. 21:26Brownells Exclusive Retailer and Reliability
  23. 23:24Price Point and Value Proposition
  24. 23:45Overall Assessment and Use Cases
  25. 24:22Conclusion and Viewer Engagement

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the WWSD 2020 rifle?

The WWSD 2020 rifle is a modern interpretation of Eugene Stoner's AR-15 design, developed by In Range and Forgotten Weapons in collaboration with KE Arms, Brownells, and others. It emphasizes lightweight construction, ease of use, and low recoil, aiming to reflect Stoner's original vision with contemporary manufacturing.

What are the key components of the WWSD 2020 rifle?

Key components include a Faxon Firearms 16-inch pencil profile barrel, a carbon fiber handguard with MLOK slots, a KE Arms KP-15 polymer lower receiver, a Young Manufacturing HMB bolt carrier group, and a JP Silent Captured Spring system. The upper receiver omits the forward assist.

How does the WWSD 2020 rifle perform in terms of accuracy?

Accuracy testing at 100 yards showed promising results. With Federal 69-grain Gold Medal Match ammunition, groups were around 1.375 inches. Standard M193 ball ammunition yielded larger groups, around 3 inches, while Federal 55-grain Barnes TSX was around 1.75 inches.

What makes the KE Arms KP-15 lower receiver unique?

The KE Arms KP-15 lower is constructed from polymer, making it lighter than traditional aluminum lowers. It features a flared magwell, ambidextrous magazine and bolt releases, and an integrated A1-length buttstock. It is designed for durability and addresses common polymer lower failure points.

What is the price point of the WWSD 2020 rifle?

As of the video's filming, the WWSD 2020 rifle is priced around $1500. This positions it competitively with other high-quality defensive AR-15 platforms from manufacturers like BCM and Daniel Defense.

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