Defensive AR-15 Setup for Regular People

Good video. Your Red Dot is not a scope. Red Dots work best far forward on the rifle so you can have max Peripheral vision.

I’m in love with AR-15 and the unlimited customization options are just amazing. Not to mention it’s incredibly easy to shoot and you can build it to fit whatever situations or situations you want it to. I’ve never felt so safe now having one and training and setting it up for all types of potential engagements and I hope more people continue to buy them and explore their options. Man I just got myself all worked up I’ll be back in 5😁

Streamlight? There are a lot of American made lights that may not be as cheap but at least they are not made in China. I am disappointed about this recommendation.

I like the IWI Zion 15. Can't beat it for the price. Great video my friend.

I keep hearing 16" is the go-to. But I read some charts and the 20" is the most accurate (but hard to live with -- more weight). What's your take? thx

This is so helpful alot of gun nuts are focused on just looking cool not providing useful information this is just down to earth helpful

And remember kids, don't put China on your guns! 😃

I'm admittedly new to this though I already have my AR. I'm not sure I understand the point of the light. I keep my doors locked with security bars and if I hear something at night, the last thing it seems I'd want to do is go look for the source. If it is a bad guy it seems that the light would scream "shoot here." I'd just call 911 from the bedroom and be ready to shoot if the door is breached. I don't have kids so I guess that could be the reason people want a light since it might be a kids room the guy is trying to get in to.

Yeah the 15 in rail is fucking ridiculous.

I’m a lefty too and I bought a Stag . Never use it . Have 8 other right hand AR’s that I use ! Stag is just a safe Queen. Out fitted the others with ambi safety and mag release though !

I heard chealwr than dirt is a good place to get a full size ar for under 500 doars, thats definitely where im gonna get mine

Car-bean

Am I the only one that has the John Pappa line "surefire way to shake things up" when they hear surefire?

Probably the only one to admit it ....

Currently I'm running a AR-47 that has a 3x Prism optic w/ illuminated, etched reticle on top rail with 1x Rds on a 45° mount and 45° backup sights. Low profile 1000 lumens WML with pressure plate set up on the sides and a Magpul hand-stop kit. NiB Coated BCG w/ enhanced firing and extractor and Springfield LevAR ratcheting charging handle. 14.5 inch barrel with a pinned and welded 3-prong flash hider/flash can combo, 14 inch Radical Firearms RPR handrail.

Best AR under $1000 is the IWI Zion. The best AR under $2000 is a BCM or Daniel Defense. Best AR at $3000 is the Radian Model 1.

My advice is to buy at very least colt. Even the newer colts are gonna have pretty solid parts. Step up to bravo company or son of liberty gun works, sionics, Daniel Defense, geissele if you have the cash. All are duty grade guns that are worth the extra when u start learning and shooting more.

Just an observation, but your red dot is mounted too far to the rear for optimum efficiency.

@Chris Its off topic, but who's your barber. Beard on point. 👌

Here's the order I think people should set up their rifle.
1: 16 inch barrel, flat top gun, with 15 inch rail. 1913 Picatinny all the way across the top, with M-LOK on the other sides.
2: Flip up MBUS sights so you can aim it.
3: Mags and ammo so you can start practicing with it.
4: Flashlight so you can see what not to shoot in the dark.
5: Attach a QD sling so that you can leave it off in the house, but use it at an outdoor flat range for practice.
6: Then you can add a red dot sight, like the Sig Saur Romeo 5 XDR. The 65 MOA ring really helps find the dot instantly, plus the ring can be turned off separately.

After that, I would say that magnification is a must. I use the Sig Saur Juliet 4 on my .450 build, and a Juliet 6 on my 5.56 builds. If you had some weird neighborhood problem, like they just had in Washington state, the end of your street could be 150 yards out, or further. Even urban stuff is not all CQB. You need PID before you go booger hookin the bang switch. You have to account for every freedom seed you send.

Just my thoughts. There are many ways to skin a cat. This just sounds like a good order to equip yourself so it can stay usable the whole time you build on it. I would love to hear all of your different wrong ideas. LOL I never mind hearing a new idea.

Composite ceramic barrels.

Support PSA. Absolutely gems for the price.

Opinions on Ruger MPR 16"?

Easily one of the best videos I've seen for the 'regular joe'. Well done Lucky Gunner & team!

I decided on a Springfield Armory Saint for my 1st AR. Now to start buying ammo.

Laser is only for intimidation factor

Well done Mr. Baker! Thank you!

The tac light sits to far out.USMC

I like the video. Straight to the point

radical arms makes good ar-15s for the 600 dollar range. Add a streamlight for 130 dollars. Romeo 5 for 115 bucks.

I’m just gonna say this.
I personally feel as though an very closely sighted Laser is very much needed for Home Defense. Even more needed than an Optic/Sight when it comes to inside the Home. In a normal sized home.

I have a long 20" and a short carbine AR-15 and both just have the carry handle and A post iron sights. That's all you really need. No fancy optics or even flashlights on the end. If you shine a light at an intruder in your house, he'll likely try to shoot at the light, which is right where you are!!! No thank you!! You can have all your fancy AR accessories so you can show off to the locals at your gun range. Just like you buy your huge pickups or SUVs to keep up with the Joneses. Both of my ARs are just as deadly as your fancy and expensive junk. Go ahead and go for it though, it's your life and your money!!

Psa premium m4 for 730 with that fn chf barrel chrome lined as well as a chrome lined Bcg is the way to go. I have two Psa rifles with thousands of rounds on both no prob

How many Lumens would you recommend on a light?

To all the knewbies out there practice practice and more practice makes you a good shooter get professional training

The fruitiest into music

I just got a Geissele Super Duty 14.5 with a pin and welded flash hider. Now I'm working on a sling, optic, and flashlight. I want a red dot plus a magnifier.

This guy just said "you can't remove a pin and welded muzzle device". News flash, you absolutely can.

DiamondBack makes a pretty good first AR.

Why did it say (Take this off) ? is it bad or what? why should we take it off?

I bought Aero precision complete lower and charge handle and Aero BCG at the store, ordered upper aero precision on line , love it ! Under $1000 .

I have two and there cheapos but I can’t complain one has 100 rounds and the other has around 200. I have a sport 2 and radical arms and trucks them there not flashy but work and if they stop I use the shotguns

surely not that abortion!

Excellent advice top to bottom!

Plain jane with a sling for me. similar to a full sized (20 inch barrel) I carried in desert storm. The less weight and the less complicated the better.

IwI Zion 15 is the best midrange starter AR

STARTING POINT OVER $1000, WHAT A JOKE..

Set up your AR the way you want and what feels comfortable to you! I have 8 AR-15s considered starters which I love. Plus 2 AR-15 Pistols decent gun collection. Will upgrade if I feel the need to do so but not by other people's opininion!

If you're someone who lives in a less-than-friendly-to-the-2A state, or any state with an "assault weapons ban", the front A-post gas block sight provides one hidden issue. They may be configured to accept a Bayonet Lug or Grenade Launcher, which is a no-no in these unfriendly states. Even without using those attachments, just the ability to accept these things is the "Offending Feature"