Wilson Combat 458 SOCOM Recon Tactical AR-15 Review

Published on September 11, 2017
Duration: 25:20

This review covers the Wilson Combat Recon Tactical AR-15 in .458 SOCOM, highlighting its power and tactical features. Accuracy varies significantly with ammunition, with the best group at 1.5" using Wilson Combat 300gr TTSX. The rifle features a 16-inch barrel with a 1:14 twist, an adjustable gas block, and requires modified magazines for reliable feeding.

Quick Summary

The Wilson Combat Recon Tactical .458 SOCOM achieves accuracy dependent on ammo, with a best group of 1.5" at 100 yards using specific loads. It features a 16" 1:14 twist barrel and requires modified magazines for reliable feeding. Recoil is comparable to a 12-gauge slug.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Overview
  2. 03:17100 Yard Accuracy Testing
  3. 07:54Muzzle Device & Barrel Specs
  4. 09:35Gas System & Handguard
  5. 11:17Receivers & Finish
  6. 12:53Bolt Carrier Group & Charging Handle
  7. 15:01Trigger & Furniture
  8. 16:51Magazine Compatibility & Mods
  9. 18:44Reliability & Recoil Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of accuracy can be expected from the Wilson Combat Recon Tactical .458 SOCOM?

Accuracy varies significantly with ammunition. The reviewer achieved a 1.5-inch group at 100 yards with Wilson Combat 300gr TTSX, a 2.75-inch group with Wilson Combat 300gr BT, and a 3.5-inch group with Freedom Munitions 300gr loads.

What modifications are needed for the magazines to work with the .458 SOCOM?

Standard AR-15 magazines require modification. The front half-moon area of the feed lips needs to be milled to prevent the large .458 SOCOM cartridges from catching, ensuring reliable feeding.

What are the key technical specifications of the Wilson Combat Recon Tactical .458 SOCOM barrel?

The rifle features a 16-inch barrel made from 416R stainless steel with a 1:14 twist rate. This twist is optimized for stabilizing heavier bullets, typically ranging from 350gr to 600gr.

How does the recoil of the .458 SOCOM compare to other calibers?

The recoil is described as being similar to a 12-gauge semi-automatic shotgun firing slugs. While manageable, it is substantially more powerful than the recoil experienced with a standard 5.56 NATO AR-15.

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