450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry’s Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster

Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n

Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n
Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n
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Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t
Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t
Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t
Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t
Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t
Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t
Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t
Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t
Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t
Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t
Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t
Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t
Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n
Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n
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Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t
Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t
Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t
Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t
Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t
Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t
Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t
Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t
Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t
Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t
Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t
Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n
Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n
224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0 windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n
Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n
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Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t
Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t
Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t
Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t
Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t
Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t
Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t
Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t
Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t
Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t
Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t
Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t
Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t
Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t
Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t
Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t
Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t
Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t
Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 OTF\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,727<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 110 V-MAX (.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,318<\/td>\n<td>0.96<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 125 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,134<\/td>\n<td>0.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 200 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>958<\/td>\n<td>0.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,091<\/td>\n<td>0.47<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>TulAmmo 122 FMJ (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,320<\/td>\n<td>0.70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Winchester 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,208<\/td>\n<td>0.40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 124 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,337<\/td>\n<td>1.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Atlanta Arms 147 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,014<\/td>\n<td>0.80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 115 V-Crown JHP (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,146<\/td>\n<td>0.42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<em><\/em><i>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best three-shot groups at 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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(This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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(This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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class="elementor-column elementor-col-12 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-31c4fa88" data-id="31c4fa88" data-element_type="column"> <div class="elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated"> <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-4129fd94 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image" data-id="4129fd94" data-element_type="widget" data-widget_type="image.default"> <div class="elementor-widget-container"> <a href="https://dev.athlonoutdoors.com/tag/american-frontiersman-magazine/"> <img width="184" height="47" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20184%2047'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src="https://dev.athlonoutdoors.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/AF_LOGO-184x47-1.png?x78515" class="attachment-large size-large wp-image-60099 lazy" alt="American Frontiersman" data-srcset="https://dev.athlonoutdoors.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/AF_LOGO-184x47-1.png 184w, 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Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. 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That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. 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That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. 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That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. 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That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 OTF\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,727<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 110 V-MAX (.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,318<\/td>\n<td>0.96<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 125 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,134<\/td>\n<td>0.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 200 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>958<\/td>\n<td>0.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,091<\/td>\n<td>0.47<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>TulAmmo 122 FMJ (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,320<\/td>\n<td>0.70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Winchester 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,208<\/td>\n<td>0.40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 124 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,337<\/td>\n<td>1.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Atlanta Arms 147 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,014<\/td>\n<td>0.80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 115 V-Crown JHP (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,146<\/td>\n<td>0.42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<em><\/em><i>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best three-shot groups at 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"sig556xi-russian-rifle-arak-hybrid","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:05:47","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:05:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/07\/sig556xi-russian-rifle-arak-hybrid\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};</script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-655f552 elementor-widget elementor-widget-jnews_archive_pagination_elementor" data-id="655f552" data-element_type="widget" data-widget_type="jnews_archive_pagination_elementor.default"> <div class="elementor-widget-container"> <div class="jeg_navigation jeg_pagination jeg_col_1o3 jnews_module_10726_6_681120bfacb84 jeg_pagenav_1 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The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 OTF\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,727<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 110 V-MAX (.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,318<\/td>\n<td>0.96<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 125 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,134<\/td>\n<td>0.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 200 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>958<\/td>\n<td>0.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,091<\/td>\n<td>0.47<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>TulAmmo 122 FMJ (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,320<\/td>\n<td>0.70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Winchester 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,208<\/td>\n<td>0.40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 124 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,337<\/td>\n<td>1.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Atlanta Arms 147 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,014<\/td>\n<td>0.80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 115 V-Crown JHP (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,146<\/td>\n<td>0.42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<em><\/em><i>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best three-shot groups at 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"sig556xi-russian-rifle-arak-hybrid","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:05:47","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:05:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/07\/sig556xi-russian-rifle-arak-hybrid\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};</script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-655f552 elementor-widget elementor-widget-jnews_archive_pagination_elementor" data-id="655f552" data-element_type="widget" data-widget_type="jnews_archive_pagination_elementor.default"> <div class="elementor-widget-container"> <div class="jeg_navigation jeg_pagination jeg_col_1o3 jnews_module_10726_6_681120bfacb84 jeg_pagenav_1 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Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 OTF\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,727<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 110 V-MAX (.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,318<\/td>\n<td>0.96<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 125 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,134<\/td>\n<td>0.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 200 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>958<\/td>\n<td>0.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,091<\/td>\n<td>0.47<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>TulAmmo 122 FMJ (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,320<\/td>\n<td>0.70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Winchester 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,208<\/td>\n<td>0.40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 124 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,337<\/td>\n<td>1.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Atlanta Arms 147 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,014<\/td>\n<td>0.80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 115 V-Crown JHP (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,146<\/td>\n<td>0.42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<em><\/em><i>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best three-shot groups at 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"sig556xi-russian-rifle-arak-hybrid","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:05:47","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:05:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/07\/sig556xi-russian-rifle-arak-hybrid\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};</script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-655f552 elementor-widget elementor-widget-jnews_archive_pagination_elementor" data-id="655f552" data-element_type="widget" data-widget_type="jnews_archive_pagination_elementor.default"> <div class="elementor-widget-container"> <div class="jeg_navigation jeg_pagination jeg_col_1o3 jnews_module_10726_6_681120bfacb84 jeg_pagenav_1 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Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 OTF\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,727<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 110 V-MAX (.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,318<\/td>\n<td>0.96<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 125 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,134<\/td>\n<td>0.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 200 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>958<\/td>\n<td>0.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,091<\/td>\n<td>0.47<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>TulAmmo 122 FMJ (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,320<\/td>\n<td>0.70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Winchester 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,208<\/td>\n<td>0.40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 124 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,337<\/td>\n<td>1.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Atlanta Arms 147 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,014<\/td>\n<td>0.80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 115 V-Crown JHP (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,146<\/td>\n<td>0.42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<em><\/em><i>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best three-shot groups at 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"sig556xi-russian-rifle-arak-hybrid","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:05:47","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:05:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/07\/sig556xi-russian-rifle-arak-hybrid\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};</script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-655f552 elementor-widget elementor-widget-jnews_archive_pagination_elementor" data-id="655f552" data-element_type="widget" data-widget_type="jnews_archive_pagination_elementor.default"> <div class="elementor-widget-container"> <div class="jeg_navigation jeg_pagination jeg_col_1o3 jnews_module_10726_6_681120bfacb84 jeg_pagenav_1 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Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class="wp-block-heading">The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 OTF\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,727<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 110 V-MAX (.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,318<\/td>\n<td>0.96<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 125 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,134<\/td>\n<td>0.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 200 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>958<\/td>\n<td>0.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,091<\/td>\n<td>0.47<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>TulAmmo 122 FMJ (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,320<\/td>\n<td>0.70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Winchester 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,208<\/td>\n<td>0.40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 124 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,337<\/td>\n<td>1.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Atlanta Arms 147 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,014<\/td>\n<td>0.80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 115 V-Crown JHP (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,146<\/td>\n<td>0.42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<em><\/em><i>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best three-shot groups at 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"sig556xi-russian-rifle-arak-hybrid","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:05:47","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:05:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/07\/sig556xi-russian-rifle-arak-hybrid\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};</script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-655f552 elementor-widget elementor-widget-jnews_archive_pagination_elementor" data-id="655f552" data-element_type="widget" data-widget_type="jnews_archive_pagination_elementor.default"> <div class="elementor-widget-container"> <div class="jeg_navigation jeg_pagination jeg_col_1o3 jnews_module_10726_6_681120bfacb84 jeg_pagenav_1 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strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 OTF\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,727<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 110 V-MAX (.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,318<\/td>\n<td>0.96<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 125 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,134<\/td>\n<td>0.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 200 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>958<\/td>\n<td>0.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,091<\/td>\n<td>0.47<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>TulAmmo 122 FMJ (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,320<\/td>\n<td>0.70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Winchester 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,208<\/td>\n<td>0.40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 124 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,337<\/td>\n<td>1.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Atlanta Arms 147 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,014<\/td>\n<td>0.80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 115 V-Crown JHP (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,146<\/td>\n<td>0.42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<em><\/em><i>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best three-shot groups at 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. 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This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 OTF\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,727<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 110 V-MAX (.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,318<\/td>\n<td>0.96<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 125 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,134<\/td>\n<td>0.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 200 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>958<\/td>\n<td>0.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,091<\/td>\n<td>0.47<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>TulAmmo 122 FMJ (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,320<\/td>\n<td>0.70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Winchester 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,208<\/td>\n<td>0.40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 124 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,337<\/td>\n<td>1.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Atlanta Arms 147 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,014<\/td>\n<td>0.80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 115 V-Crown JHP (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,146<\/td>\n<td>0.42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<em><\/em><i>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best three-shot groups at 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. 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This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 OTF\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,727<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 110 V-MAX (.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,318<\/td>\n<td>0.96<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 125 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,134<\/td>\n<td>0.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 200 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>958<\/td>\n<td>0.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,091<\/td>\n<td>0.47<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>TulAmmo 122 FMJ (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,320<\/td>\n<td>0.70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Winchester 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,208<\/td>\n<td>0.40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 124 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,337<\/td>\n<td>1.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Atlanta Arms 147 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,014<\/td>\n<td>0.80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 115 V-Crown JHP (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,146<\/td>\n<td>0.42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<em><\/em><i>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best three-shot groups at 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class="wp-block-heading">The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 OTF\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,727<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 110 V-MAX (.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,318<\/td>\n<td>0.96<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 125 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,134<\/td>\n<td>0.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 200 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>958<\/td>\n<td>0.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,091<\/td>\n<td>0.47<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>TulAmmo 122 FMJ (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,320<\/td>\n<td>0.70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Winchester 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,208<\/td>\n<td>0.40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 124 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,337<\/td>\n<td>1.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Atlanta Arms 147 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,014<\/td>\n<td>0.80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 115 V-Crown JHP (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,146<\/td>\n<td>0.42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<em><\/em><i>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best three-shot groups at 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Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. 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The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 OTF\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,727<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 110 V-MAX (.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,318<\/td>\n<td>0.96<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 125 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,134<\/td>\n<td>0.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 200 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>958<\/td>\n<td>0.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,091<\/td>\n<td>0.47<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>TulAmmo 122 FMJ (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,320<\/td>\n<td>0.70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Winchester 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,208<\/td>\n<td>0.40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 124 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,337<\/td>\n<td>1.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Atlanta Arms 147 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,014<\/td>\n<td>0.80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 115 V-Crown JHP (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,146<\/td>\n<td>0.42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<em><\/em><i>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best three-shot groups at 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There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. 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The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class="wp-block-heading">A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 OTF\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,727<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 110 V-MAX (.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,318<\/td>\n<td>0.96<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 125 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,134<\/td>\n<td>0.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 200 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>958<\/td>\n<td>0.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,091<\/td>\n<td>0.47<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>TulAmmo 122 FMJ (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,320<\/td>\n<td>0.70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Winchester 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,208<\/td>\n<td>0.40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 124 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,337<\/td>\n<td>1.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Atlanta Arms 147 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,014<\/td>\n<td>0.80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 115 V-Crown JHP (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,146<\/td>\n<td>0.42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<em><\/em><i>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best three-shot groups at 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There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. 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The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 OTF\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,727<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 110 V-MAX (.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,318<\/td>\n<td>0.96<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 125 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,134<\/td>\n<td>0.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 200 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>958<\/td>\n<td>0.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,091<\/td>\n<td>0.47<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>TulAmmo 122 FMJ (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,320<\/td>\n<td>0.70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Winchester 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,208<\/td>\n<td>0.40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 124 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,337<\/td>\n<td>1.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Atlanta Arms 147 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,014<\/td>\n<td>0.80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 115 V-Crown JHP (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,146<\/td>\n<td>0.42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<em><\/em><i>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best three-shot groups at 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There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. 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Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 OTF\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,727<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 110 V-MAX (.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,318<\/td>\n<td>0.96<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 125 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,134<\/td>\n<td>0.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 200 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>958<\/td>\n<td>0.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,091<\/td>\n<td>0.47<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>TulAmmo 122 FMJ (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,320<\/td>\n<td>0.70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Winchester 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,208<\/td>\n<td>0.40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 124 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,337<\/td>\n<td>1.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Atlanta Arms 147 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,014<\/td>\n<td>0.80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 115 V-Crown JHP (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,146<\/td>\n<td>0.42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<em><\/em><i>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best three-shot groups at 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 OTF\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,727<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 110 V-MAX (.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,318<\/td>\n<td>0.96<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 125 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,134<\/td>\n<td>0.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 200 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>958<\/td>\n<td>0.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,091<\/td>\n<td>0.47<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>TulAmmo 122 FMJ (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,320<\/td>\n<td>0.70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Winchester 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,208<\/td>\n<td>0.40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 124 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,337<\/td>\n<td>1.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Atlanta Arms 147 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,014<\/td>\n<td>0.80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 115 V-Crown JHP (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,146<\/td>\n<td>0.42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<em><\/em><i>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best three-shot groups at 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. 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FN<\/td><td>1,642<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DoubleTap 300 Bonded Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Load<\/td><td>Velocity<\/td><td>Accuracy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 250 JHP<\/td><td>2,138<\/td><td>1.61<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 275 XPB<\/td><td>1,886<\/td><td>1.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 300 JHP <\/td><td>1,948<\/td><td>1.31<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 360 Hard-Cast FN<\/td><td>1,642<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DoubleTap 300 Bonded Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 OTF\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,727<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 110 V-MAX (.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,318<\/td>\n<td>0.96<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 125 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,134<\/td>\n<td>0.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 200 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>958<\/td>\n<td>0.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,091<\/td>\n<td>0.47<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>TulAmmo 122 FMJ (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,320<\/td>\n<td>0.70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Winchester 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,208<\/td>\n<td>0.40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 124 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,337<\/td>\n<td>1.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Atlanta Arms 147 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,014<\/td>\n<td>0.80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 115 V-Crown JHP (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,146<\/td>\n<td>0.42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<em><\/em><i>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best three-shot groups at 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"sig556xi-russian-rifle-arak-hybrid","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:05:47","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:05:47","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/07\/sig556xi-russian-rifle-arak-hybrid\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};</script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-655f552 elementor-widget elementor-widget-jnews_archive_pagination_elementor" data-id="655f552" data-element_type="widget" data-widget_type="jnews_archive_pagination_elementor.default"> <div class="elementor-widget-container"> <div class="jeg_navigation jeg_pagination jeg_col_1o3 jnews_module_10726_6_681120bfacb84 jeg_pagenav_1 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Performance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Load<\/td><td>Velocity<\/td><td>Accuracy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 250 JHP<\/td><td>2,138<\/td><td>1.61<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 275 XPB<\/td><td>1,886<\/td><td>1.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 300 JHP <\/td><td>1,948<\/td><td>1.31<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 360 Hard-Cast FN<\/td><td>1,642<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DoubleTap 300 Bonded Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 OTF\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,727<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 110 V-MAX (.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,318<\/td>\n<td>0.96<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 125 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,134<\/td>\n<td>0.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 200 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>958<\/td>\n<td>0.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,091<\/td>\n<td>0.47<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>TulAmmo 122 FMJ (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,320<\/td>\n<td>0.70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Winchester 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,208<\/td>\n<td>0.40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 124 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,337<\/td>\n<td>1.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Atlanta Arms 147 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,014<\/td>\n<td>0.80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 115 V-Crown JHP (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,146<\/td>\n<td>0.42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<em><\/em><i>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best three-shot groups at 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There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. 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https://dev.athlonoutdoors.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/AF_LOGO-184x47-1-24x6.png 24w, https://dev.athlonoutdoors.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/AF_LOGO-184x47-1-36x9.png 36w, https://dev.athlonoutdoors.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/AF_LOGO-184x47-1-48x12.png 48w, https://dev.athlonoutdoors.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/AF_LOGO-184x47-1-120x31.png 120w, https://dev.athlonoutdoors.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/AF_LOGO-184x47-1-75x19.png 75w" data-sizes="(max-width: 184px) 100vw, 184px" /> </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> \n<p>Like most ARs, the Thumper can be accessorized with anything from ambidextrous safeties to tactical lights and lasers as well as sighting equipment. If rifle-like accuracy from a compact semi-auto that packs a serious punch appeals to you, give the Windham Weaponry Thumper a closer look. For more information, visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Windham Weaponry 450 Thumper Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Caliber: .450 Bushmaster<\/li><li>Barrel: 9 inches<\/li><li>Overall Length: 26.25 inches<\/li><li>Overall Weight: 5.8 pounds (empty)<\/li><li>Grip: Hogue rubber<\/li><li>Sights: Magpul MBUS<\/li><li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto<\/li><li>Finish: Matte black<\/li><li>Overall Capacity: 5+1<\/li><li>MSRP: $1,254<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry Thumper Performance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Load<\/td><td>Velocity<\/td><td>Accuracy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 250 JHP<\/td><td>2,138<\/td><td>1.61<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 275 XPB<\/td><td>1,886<\/td><td>1.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 300 JHP <\/td><td>1,948<\/td><td>1.31<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 360 Hard-Cast FN<\/td><td>1,642<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DoubleTap 300 Bonded Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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accessorized with anything from ambidextrous safeties to tactical lights and lasers as well as sighting equipment. If rifle-like accuracy from a compact semi-auto that packs a serious punch appeals to you, give the Windham Weaponry Thumper a closer look. For more information, visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry 450 Thumper Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Caliber: .450 Bushmaster<\/li><li>Barrel: 9 inches<\/li><li>Overall Length: 26.25 inches<\/li><li>Overall Weight: 5.8 pounds (empty)<\/li><li>Grip: Hogue rubber<\/li><li>Sights: Magpul MBUS<\/li><li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto<\/li><li>Finish: Matte black<\/li><li>Overall Capacity: 5+1<\/li><li>MSRP: $1,254<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry Thumper Performance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Load<\/td><td>Velocity<\/td><td>Accuracy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 250 JHP<\/td><td>2,138<\/td><td>1.61<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 275 XPB<\/td><td>1,886<\/td><td>1.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 300 JHP <\/td><td>1,948<\/td><td>1.31<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 360 Hard-Cast FN<\/td><td>1,642<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DoubleTap 300 Bonded Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 OTF\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,727<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 110 V-MAX (.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,318<\/td>\n<td>0.96<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 125 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,134<\/td>\n<td>0.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 200 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>958<\/td>\n<td>0.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,091<\/td>\n<td>0.47<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>TulAmmo 122 FMJ (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,320<\/td>\n<td>0.70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Winchester 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,208<\/td>\n<td>0.40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 124 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,337<\/td>\n<td>1.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Atlanta Arms 147 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,014<\/td>\n<td>0.80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 115 V-Crown JHP (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,146<\/td>\n<td>0.42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<em><\/em><i>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best three-shot groups at 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. 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It packs a lot of power into a very portable, light and handy package. Further, it offers the user a degree of protection without being unduly cumbersome to tote. My test sample was accurate beyond belief and reliable with the rounds it preferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_1-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"The AR-style pistol includes an SB Tactical stabilizing brace. \" class=\"wp-image-126499\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most ARs, the Thumper can be accessorized with anything from ambidextrous safeties to tactical lights and lasers as well as sighting equipment. If rifle-like accuracy from a compact semi-auto that packs a serious punch appeals to you, give the Windham Weaponry Thumper a closer look. For more information, visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry 450 Thumper Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Caliber: .450 Bushmaster<\/li><li>Barrel: 9 inches<\/li><li>Overall Length: 26.25 inches<\/li><li>Overall Weight: 5.8 pounds (empty)<\/li><li>Grip: Hogue rubber<\/li><li>Sights: Magpul MBUS<\/li><li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto<\/li><li>Finish: Matte black<\/li><li>Overall Capacity: 5+1<\/li><li>MSRP: $1,254<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry Thumper Performance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Load<\/td><td>Velocity<\/td><td>Accuracy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 250 JHP<\/td><td>2,138<\/td><td>1.61<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 275 XPB<\/td><td>1,886<\/td><td>1.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 300 JHP <\/td><td>1,948<\/td><td>1.31<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 360 Hard-Cast FN<\/td><td>1,642<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DoubleTap 300 Bonded Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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It packs a lot of power into a very portable, light and handy package. Further, it offers the user a degree of protection without being unduly cumbersome to tote. My test sample was accurate beyond belief and reliable with the rounds it preferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_1-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"The AR-style pistol includes an SB Tactical stabilizing brace. \" class=\"wp-image-126499\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most ARs, the Thumper can be accessorized with anything from ambidextrous safeties to tactical lights and lasers as well as sighting equipment. If rifle-like accuracy from a compact semi-auto that packs a serious punch appeals to you, give the Windham Weaponry Thumper a closer look. For more information, visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry 450 Thumper Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Caliber: .450 Bushmaster<\/li><li>Barrel: 9 inches<\/li><li>Overall Length: 26.25 inches<\/li><li>Overall Weight: 5.8 pounds (empty)<\/li><li>Grip: Hogue rubber<\/li><li>Sights: Magpul MBUS<\/li><li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto<\/li><li>Finish: Matte black<\/li><li>Overall Capacity: 5+1<\/li><li>MSRP: $1,254<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry Thumper Performance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Load<\/td><td>Velocity<\/td><td>Accuracy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 250 JHP<\/td><td>2,138<\/td><td>1.61<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 275 XPB<\/td><td>1,886<\/td><td>1.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 300 JHP <\/td><td>1,948<\/td><td>1.31<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 360 Hard-Cast FN<\/td><td>1,642<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DoubleTap 300 Bonded Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 OTF\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,727<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 110 V-MAX (.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,318<\/td>\n<td>0.96<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 125 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,134<\/td>\n<td>0.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 200 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>958<\/td>\n<td>0.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,091<\/td>\n<td>0.47<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>TulAmmo 122 FMJ (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,320<\/td>\n<td>0.70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Winchester 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,208<\/td>\n<td>0.40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 124 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,337<\/td>\n<td>1.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Atlanta Arms 147 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,014<\/td>\n<td>0.80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 115 V-Crown JHP (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,146<\/td>\n<td>0.42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<em><\/em><i>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best three-shot groups at 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Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. 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https://dev.athlonoutdoors.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/AF_LOGO-184x47-1-24x6.png 24w, https://dev.athlonoutdoors.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/AF_LOGO-184x47-1-36x9.png 36w, https://dev.athlonoutdoors.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/AF_LOGO-184x47-1-48x12.png 48w, https://dev.athlonoutdoors.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/AF_LOGO-184x47-1-120x31.png 120w, https://dev.athlonoutdoors.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/AF_LOGO-184x47-1-75x19.png 75w" data-sizes="(max-width: 184px) 100vw, 184px" /> </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> \n<p>Windham Weaponry ships the Thumper with one five-round magazine. The .450 Bushmaster cartridges ride in the magazine single-stack style. The magazine body appears to be an unaltered 20-round AR magazine. Meanwhile, a follower redesign provides improved feeding. Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX loads fed flawlessly and provided good accuracy and respectable energy. The pistol\u2019s reliability with the hollow-point rounds and flat-nosed bullets wasn\u2019t as good, and if you use the Thumper for protection against dangerous game, you\u2019d be wise to experiment with a variety of loads to ensure 100-percent reliability before putting yourself in a position where your life depends on the gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Portable & Potent<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a lot to like about Windham Weaponry\u2019s Thumper. It packs a lot of power into a very portable, light and handy package. Further, it offers the user a degree of protection without being unduly cumbersome to tote. My test sample was accurate beyond belief and reliable with the rounds it preferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_1-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"The AR-style pistol includes an SB Tactical stabilizing brace. \" class=\"wp-image-126499\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most ARs, the Thumper can be accessorized with anything from ambidextrous safeties to tactical lights and lasers as well as sighting equipment. If rifle-like accuracy from a compact semi-auto that packs a serious punch appeals to you, give the Windham Weaponry Thumper a closer look. For more information, visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry 450 Thumper Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Caliber: .450 Bushmaster<\/li><li>Barrel: 9 inches<\/li><li>Overall Length: 26.25 inches<\/li><li>Overall Weight: 5.8 pounds (empty)<\/li><li>Grip: Hogue rubber<\/li><li>Sights: Magpul MBUS<\/li><li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto<\/li><li>Finish: Matte black<\/li><li>Overall Capacity: 5+1<\/li><li>MSRP: $1,254<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry Thumper Performance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Load<\/td><td>Velocity<\/td><td>Accuracy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 250 JHP<\/td><td>2,138<\/td><td>1.61<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 275 XPB<\/td><td>1,886<\/td><td>1.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 300 JHP <\/td><td>1,948<\/td><td>1.31<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 360 Hard-Cast FN<\/td><td>1,642<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DoubleTap 300 Bonded Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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That\u2019s the nicest thing I can say about it. Its ports are angled backwards, and the blast, as you might imagine, is substantial. Over the course of three hours of shooting the Thumper, the muzzle blast blew my notebook and pen, a half-empty box of .450 Bushmaster rounds, the battery compartment on my electronic hearing muffs and the protective acrylic LCD shield on my chronograph\u2019s terminal from the bench. In fact, this happened so many times that I started placing the terminal on my lap while shooting. With this compensator, the muzzle blast is obnoxious, and shooting one of these guns on a public range will make you immediately unpopular with shooters on either side of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry ships the Thumper with one five-round magazine. The .450 Bushmaster cartridges ride in the magazine single-stack style. The magazine body appears to be an unaltered 20-round AR magazine. Meanwhile, a follower redesign provides improved feeding. Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX loads fed flawlessly and provided good accuracy and respectable energy. The pistol\u2019s reliability with the hollow-point rounds and flat-nosed bullets wasn\u2019t as good, and if you use the Thumper for protection against dangerous game, you\u2019d be wise to experiment with a variety of loads to ensure 100-percent reliability before putting yourself in a position where your life depends on the gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Portable & Potent<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a lot to like about Windham Weaponry\u2019s Thumper. It packs a lot of power into a very portable, light and handy package. Further, it offers the user a degree of protection without being unduly cumbersome to tote. My test sample was accurate beyond belief and reliable with the rounds it preferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_1-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"The AR-style pistol includes an SB Tactical stabilizing brace. \" class=\"wp-image-126499\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most ARs, the Thumper can be accessorized with anything from ambidextrous safeties to tactical lights and lasers as well as sighting equipment. If rifle-like accuracy from a compact semi-auto that packs a serious punch appeals to you, give the Windham Weaponry Thumper a closer look. For more information, visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry 450 Thumper Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Caliber: .450 Bushmaster<\/li><li>Barrel: 9 inches<\/li><li>Overall Length: 26.25 inches<\/li><li>Overall Weight: 5.8 pounds (empty)<\/li><li>Grip: Hogue rubber<\/li><li>Sights: Magpul MBUS<\/li><li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto<\/li><li>Finish: Matte black<\/li><li>Overall Capacity: 5+1<\/li><li>MSRP: $1,254<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry Thumper Performance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Load<\/td><td>Velocity<\/td><td>Accuracy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 250 JHP<\/td><td>2,138<\/td><td>1.61<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 275 XPB<\/td><td>1,886<\/td><td>1.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 300 JHP <\/td><td>1,948<\/td><td>1.31<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 360 Hard-Cast FN<\/td><td>1,642<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DoubleTap 300 Bonded Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 OTF\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,727<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 110 V-MAX (.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,318<\/td>\n<td>0.96<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 125 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,134<\/td>\n<td>0.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 200 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>958<\/td>\n<td>0.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,091<\/td>\n<td>0.47<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>TulAmmo 122 FMJ (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,320<\/td>\n<td>0.70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Winchester 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,208<\/td>\n<td>0.40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 124 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,337<\/td>\n<td>1.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Atlanta Arms 147 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,014<\/td>\n<td>0.80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 115 V-Crown JHP (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,146<\/td>\n<td>0.42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<em><\/em><i>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best three-shot groups at 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There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. 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I have to admit that it wasn\u2019t as bad as I anticipated. I had brought along a PAST Recoil Shield to protect my arthritic shoulder but, after firing a couple groups, took it off. The SB Tactical brace has a certain amount of give to it and acted almost like a recoil pad. Also, the wide area covered by the end of the brace helps dissipate the impact. Also aiding in reducing recoil is the fact that the Thumper is a gas-operated gun, and the recoil impulse is spread over a longer period, making it feel more like a push than a punch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The pistol\u2019s compensator is also very effective in reducing muzzle climb. That\u2019s the nicest thing I can say about it. Its ports are angled backwards, and the blast, as you might imagine, is substantial. Over the course of three hours of shooting the Thumper, the muzzle blast blew my notebook and pen, a half-empty box of .450 Bushmaster rounds, the battery compartment on my electronic hearing muffs and the protective acrylic LCD shield on my chronograph\u2019s terminal from the bench. In fact, this happened so many times that I started placing the terminal on my lap while shooting. With this compensator, the muzzle blast is obnoxious, and shooting one of these guns on a public range will make you immediately unpopular with shooters on either side of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry ships the Thumper with one five-round magazine. The .450 Bushmaster cartridges ride in the magazine single-stack style. The magazine body appears to be an unaltered 20-round AR magazine. Meanwhile, a follower redesign provides improved feeding. Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX loads fed flawlessly and provided good accuracy and respectable energy. The pistol\u2019s reliability with the hollow-point rounds and flat-nosed bullets wasn\u2019t as good, and if you use the Thumper for protection against dangerous game, you\u2019d be wise to experiment with a variety of loads to ensure 100-percent reliability before putting yourself in a position where your life depends on the gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Portable & Potent<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a lot to like about Windham Weaponry\u2019s Thumper. It packs a lot of power into a very portable, light and handy package. Further, it offers the user a degree of protection without being unduly cumbersome to tote. My test sample was accurate beyond belief and reliable with the rounds it preferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_1-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"The AR-style pistol includes an SB Tactical stabilizing brace. \" class=\"wp-image-126499\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most ARs, the Thumper can be accessorized with anything from ambidextrous safeties to tactical lights and lasers as well as sighting equipment. If rifle-like accuracy from a compact semi-auto that packs a serious punch appeals to you, give the Windham Weaponry Thumper a closer look. For more information, visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry 450 Thumper Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Caliber: .450 Bushmaster<\/li><li>Barrel: 9 inches<\/li><li>Overall Length: 26.25 inches<\/li><li>Overall Weight: 5.8 pounds (empty)<\/li><li>Grip: Hogue rubber<\/li><li>Sights: Magpul MBUS<\/li><li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto<\/li><li>Finish: Matte black<\/li><li>Overall Capacity: 5+1<\/li><li>MSRP: $1,254<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry Thumper Performance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Load<\/td><td>Velocity<\/td><td>Accuracy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 250 JHP<\/td><td>2,138<\/td><td>1.61<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 275 XPB<\/td><td>1,886<\/td><td>1.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 300 JHP <\/td><td>1,948<\/td><td>1.31<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 360 Hard-Cast FN<\/td><td>1,642<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DoubleTap 300 Bonded Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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I have to admit that it wasn\u2019t as bad as I anticipated. I had brought along a PAST Recoil Shield to protect my arthritic shoulder but, after firing a couple groups, took it off. The SB Tactical brace has a certain amount of give to it and acted almost like a recoil pad. Also, the wide area covered by the end of the brace helps dissipate the impact. Also aiding in reducing recoil is the fact that the Thumper is a gas-operated gun, and the recoil impulse is spread over a longer period, making it feel more like a push than a punch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The pistol\u2019s compensator is also very effective in reducing muzzle climb. That\u2019s the nicest thing I can say about it. Its ports are angled backwards, and the blast, as you might imagine, is substantial. Over the course of three hours of shooting the Thumper, the muzzle blast blew my notebook and pen, a half-empty box of .450 Bushmaster rounds, the battery compartment on my electronic hearing muffs and the protective acrylic LCD shield on my chronograph\u2019s terminal from the bench. In fact, this happened so many times that I started placing the terminal on my lap while shooting. With this compensator, the muzzle blast is obnoxious, and shooting one of these guns on a public range will make you immediately unpopular with shooters on either side of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry ships the Thumper with one five-round magazine. The .450 Bushmaster cartridges ride in the magazine single-stack style. The magazine body appears to be an unaltered 20-round AR magazine. Meanwhile, a follower redesign provides improved feeding. Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX loads fed flawlessly and provided good accuracy and respectable energy. The pistol\u2019s reliability with the hollow-point rounds and flat-nosed bullets wasn\u2019t as good, and if you use the Thumper for protection against dangerous game, you\u2019d be wise to experiment with a variety of loads to ensure 100-percent reliability before putting yourself in a position where your life depends on the gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Portable & Potent<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a lot to like about Windham Weaponry\u2019s Thumper. It packs a lot of power into a very portable, light and handy package. Further, it offers the user a degree of protection without being unduly cumbersome to tote. My test sample was accurate beyond belief and reliable with the rounds it preferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_1-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"The AR-style pistol includes an SB Tactical stabilizing brace. \" class=\"wp-image-126499\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most ARs, the Thumper can be accessorized with anything from ambidextrous safeties to tactical lights and lasers as well as sighting equipment. If rifle-like accuracy from a compact semi-auto that packs a serious punch appeals to you, give the Windham Weaponry Thumper a closer look. For more information, visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry 450 Thumper Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Caliber: .450 Bushmaster<\/li><li>Barrel: 9 inches<\/li><li>Overall Length: 26.25 inches<\/li><li>Overall Weight: 5.8 pounds (empty)<\/li><li>Grip: Hogue rubber<\/li><li>Sights: Magpul MBUS<\/li><li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto<\/li><li>Finish: Matte black<\/li><li>Overall Capacity: 5+1<\/li><li>MSRP: $1,254<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry Thumper Performance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Load<\/td><td>Velocity<\/td><td>Accuracy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 250 JHP<\/td><td>2,138<\/td><td>1.61<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 275 XPB<\/td><td>1,886<\/td><td>1.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 300 JHP <\/td><td>1,948<\/td><td>1.31<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 360 Hard-Cast FN<\/td><td>1,642<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DoubleTap 300 Bonded Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 OTF\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,727<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 110 V-MAX (.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,318<\/td>\n<td>0.96<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 125 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,134<\/td>\n<td>0.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 200 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>958<\/td>\n<td>0.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,091<\/td>\n<td>0.47<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>TulAmmo 122 FMJ (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,320<\/td>\n<td>0.70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Winchester 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,208<\/td>\n<td>0.40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 124 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,337<\/td>\n<td>1.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Atlanta Arms 147 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,014<\/td>\n<td>0.80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 115 V-Crown JHP (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,146<\/td>\n<td>0.42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<em><\/em><i>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best three-shot groups at 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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The average group size for the six different loads was just 1.5 inches. And the single best five-shot group came with Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX ammunition and measured just a hair over an inch. Two of Buffalo Bore\u2019s loads produced the most energy\u2014both over 2,500 fpe\u2014which would most assuredly ruin anyone\u2019s or anything\u2019s day if it was unlucky enough to connect with these bullets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class="wp-block-heading">450 Thumper Recoil<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>At this point, you\u2019re probably wondering what the Thumper\u2019s recoil was like. I have to admit that it wasn\u2019t as bad as I anticipated. I had brought along a PAST Recoil Shield to protect my arthritic shoulder but, after firing a couple groups, took it off. The SB Tactical brace has a certain amount of give to it and acted almost like a recoil pad. Also, the wide area covered by the end of the brace helps dissipate the impact. Also aiding in reducing recoil is the fact that the Thumper is a gas-operated gun, and the recoil impulse is spread over a longer period, making it feel more like a push than a punch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The pistol\u2019s compensator is also very effective in reducing muzzle climb. That\u2019s the nicest thing I can say about it. Its ports are angled backwards, and the blast, as you might imagine, is substantial. Over the course of three hours of shooting the Thumper, the muzzle blast blew my notebook and pen, a half-empty box of .450 Bushmaster rounds, the battery compartment on my electronic hearing muffs and the protective acrylic LCD shield on my chronograph\u2019s terminal from the bench. In fact, this happened so many times that I started placing the terminal on my lap while shooting. With this compensator, the muzzle blast is obnoxious, and shooting one of these guns on a public range will make you immediately unpopular with shooters on either side of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry ships the Thumper with one five-round magazine. The .450 Bushmaster cartridges ride in the magazine single-stack style. The magazine body appears to be an unaltered 20-round AR magazine. Meanwhile, a follower redesign provides improved feeding. Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX loads fed flawlessly and provided good accuracy and respectable energy. The pistol\u2019s reliability with the hollow-point rounds and flat-nosed bullets wasn\u2019t as good, and if you use the Thumper for protection against dangerous game, you\u2019d be wise to experiment with a variety of loads to ensure 100-percent reliability before putting yourself in a position where your life depends on the gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Portable & Potent<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a lot to like about Windham Weaponry\u2019s Thumper. It packs a lot of power into a very portable, light and handy package. Further, it offers the user a degree of protection without being unduly cumbersome to tote. My test sample was accurate beyond belief and reliable with the rounds it preferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_1-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"The AR-style pistol includes an SB Tactical stabilizing brace. \" class=\"wp-image-126499\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most ARs, the Thumper can be accessorized with anything from ambidextrous safeties to tactical lights and lasers as well as sighting equipment. If rifle-like accuracy from a compact semi-auto that packs a serious punch appeals to you, give the Windham Weaponry Thumper a closer look. For more information, visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry 450 Thumper Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Caliber: .450 Bushmaster<\/li><li>Barrel: 9 inches<\/li><li>Overall Length: 26.25 inches<\/li><li>Overall Weight: 5.8 pounds (empty)<\/li><li>Grip: Hogue rubber<\/li><li>Sights: Magpul MBUS<\/li><li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto<\/li><li>Finish: Matte black<\/li><li>Overall Capacity: 5+1<\/li><li>MSRP: $1,254<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry Thumper Performance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Load<\/td><td>Velocity<\/td><td>Accuracy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 250 JHP<\/td><td>2,138<\/td><td>1.61<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 275 XPB<\/td><td>1,886<\/td><td>1.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 300 JHP <\/td><td>1,948<\/td><td>1.31<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 360 Hard-Cast FN<\/td><td>1,642<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DoubleTap 300 Bonded Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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class="elementor-column elementor-col-12 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-31c4fa88" data-id="31c4fa88" data-element_type="column"> <div class="elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated"> <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-4129fd94 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image" data-id="4129fd94" data-element_type="widget" data-widget_type="image.default"> <div class="elementor-widget-container"> <a href="https://dev.athlonoutdoors.com/tag/american-frontiersman-magazine/"> <img width="184" height="47" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20184%2047'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src="https://dev.athlonoutdoors.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/AF_LOGO-184x47-1.png?x78515" class="attachment-large size-large wp-image-60099 lazy" alt="American Frontiersman" data-srcset="https://dev.athlonoutdoors.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/AF_LOGO-184x47-1.png 184w, https://dev.athlonoutdoors.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/AF_LOGO-184x47-1-24x6.png 24w, https://dev.athlonoutdoors.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/AF_LOGO-184x47-1-36x9.png 36w, https://dev.athlonoutdoors.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/AF_LOGO-184x47-1-48x12.png 48w, https://dev.athlonoutdoors.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/AF_LOGO-184x47-1-120x31.png 120w, https://dev.athlonoutdoors.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/AF_LOGO-184x47-1-75x19.png 75w" data-sizes="(max-width: 184px) 100vw, 184px" /> </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_7-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Lightweight and portable, with a hard-hitting cartridge, the 450 Thumper fills many roles. \" class=\"wp-image-126502\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Thumper\u2019s accuracy certainly exceeded my expectations. The average group size for the six different loads was just 1.5 inches. And the single best five-shot group came with Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX ammunition and measured just a hair over an inch. Two of Buffalo Bore\u2019s loads produced the most energy\u2014both over 2,500 fpe\u2014which would most assuredly ruin anyone\u2019s or anything\u2019s day if it was unlucky enough to connect with these bullets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>450 Thumper Recoil<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>At this point, you\u2019re probably wondering what the Thumper\u2019s recoil was like. I have to admit that it wasn\u2019t as bad as I anticipated. I had brought along a PAST Recoil Shield to protect my arthritic shoulder but, after firing a couple groups, took it off. The SB Tactical brace has a certain amount of give to it and acted almost like a recoil pad. Also, the wide area covered by the end of the brace helps dissipate the impact. Also aiding in reducing recoil is the fact that the Thumper is a gas-operated gun, and the recoil impulse is spread over a longer period, making it feel more like a push than a punch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The pistol\u2019s compensator is also very effective in reducing muzzle climb. That\u2019s the nicest thing I can say about it. Its ports are angled backwards, and the blast, as you might imagine, is substantial. Over the course of three hours of shooting the Thumper, the muzzle blast blew my notebook and pen, a half-empty box of .450 Bushmaster rounds, the battery compartment on my electronic hearing muffs and the protective acrylic LCD shield on my chronograph\u2019s terminal from the bench. In fact, this happened so many times that I started placing the terminal on my lap while shooting. With this compensator, the muzzle blast is obnoxious, and shooting one of these guns on a public range will make you immediately unpopular with shooters on either side of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry ships the Thumper with one five-round magazine. The .450 Bushmaster cartridges ride in the magazine single-stack style. The magazine body appears to be an unaltered 20-round AR magazine. Meanwhile, a follower redesign provides improved feeding. Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX loads fed flawlessly and provided good accuracy and respectable energy. The pistol\u2019s reliability with the hollow-point rounds and flat-nosed bullets wasn\u2019t as good, and if you use the Thumper for protection against dangerous game, you\u2019d be wise to experiment with a variety of loads to ensure 100-percent reliability before putting yourself in a position where your life depends on the gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Portable & Potent<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a lot to like about Windham Weaponry\u2019s Thumper. It packs a lot of power into a very portable, light and handy package. Further, it offers the user a degree of protection without being unduly cumbersome to tote. My test sample was accurate beyond belief and reliable with the rounds it preferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_1-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"The AR-style pistol includes an SB Tactical stabilizing brace. \" class=\"wp-image-126499\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most ARs, the Thumper can be accessorized with anything from ambidextrous safeties to tactical lights and lasers as well as sighting equipment. If rifle-like accuracy from a compact semi-auto that packs a serious punch appeals to you, give the Windham Weaponry Thumper a closer look. For more information, visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry 450 Thumper Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Caliber: .450 Bushmaster<\/li><li>Barrel: 9 inches<\/li><li>Overall Length: 26.25 inches<\/li><li>Overall Weight: 5.8 pounds (empty)<\/li><li>Grip: Hogue rubber<\/li><li>Sights: Magpul MBUS<\/li><li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto<\/li><li>Finish: Matte black<\/li><li>Overall Capacity: 5+1<\/li><li>MSRP: $1,254<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry Thumper Performance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Load<\/td><td>Velocity<\/td><td>Accuracy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 250 JHP<\/td><td>2,138<\/td><td>1.61<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 275 XPB<\/td><td>1,886<\/td><td>1.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 300 JHP <\/td><td>1,948<\/td><td>1.31<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 360 Hard-Cast FN<\/td><td>1,642<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DoubleTap 300 Bonded Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 OTF\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,727<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 110 V-MAX (.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,318<\/td>\n<td>0.96<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 125 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,134<\/td>\n<td>0.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 200 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>958<\/td>\n<td>0.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,091<\/td>\n<td>0.47<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>TulAmmo 122 FMJ (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,320<\/td>\n<td>0.70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Winchester 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,208<\/td>\n<td>0.40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 124 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,337<\/td>\n<td>1.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Atlanta Arms 147 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,014<\/td>\n<td>0.80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 115 V-Crown JHP (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,146<\/td>\n<td>0.42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<em><\/em><i>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best three-shot groups at 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. 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The best groups show in the accompanying accuracy table. With the scope\u2019s magnification set on 4X, I placed the tip of the reticle\u2019s red chevron on the 2-inch-diameter Shoot-N-C paster while adding the pressure necessary to break the Thumper\u2019s heavy trigger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_7-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Lightweight and portable, with a hard-hitting cartridge, the 450 Thumper fills many roles. \" class=\"wp-image-126502\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Thumper\u2019s accuracy certainly exceeded my expectations. The average group size for the six different loads was just 1.5 inches. And the single best five-shot group came with Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX ammunition and measured just a hair over an inch. Two of Buffalo Bore\u2019s loads produced the most energy\u2014both over 2,500 fpe\u2014which would most assuredly ruin anyone\u2019s or anything\u2019s day if it was unlucky enough to connect with these bullets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>450 Thumper Recoil<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>At this point, you\u2019re probably wondering what the Thumper\u2019s recoil was like. I have to admit that it wasn\u2019t as bad as I anticipated. I had brought along a PAST Recoil Shield to protect my arthritic shoulder but, after firing a couple groups, took it off. The SB Tactical brace has a certain amount of give to it and acted almost like a recoil pad. Also, the wide area covered by the end of the brace helps dissipate the impact. Also aiding in reducing recoil is the fact that the Thumper is a gas-operated gun, and the recoil impulse is spread over a longer period, making it feel more like a push than a punch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The pistol\u2019s compensator is also very effective in reducing muzzle climb. That\u2019s the nicest thing I can say about it. Its ports are angled backwards, and the blast, as you might imagine, is substantial. Over the course of three hours of shooting the Thumper, the muzzle blast blew my notebook and pen, a half-empty box of .450 Bushmaster rounds, the battery compartment on my electronic hearing muffs and the protective acrylic LCD shield on my chronograph\u2019s terminal from the bench. In fact, this happened so many times that I started placing the terminal on my lap while shooting. With this compensator, the muzzle blast is obnoxious, and shooting one of these guns on a public range will make you immediately unpopular with shooters on either side of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry ships the Thumper with one five-round magazine. The .450 Bushmaster cartridges ride in the magazine single-stack style. The magazine body appears to be an unaltered 20-round AR magazine. Meanwhile, a follower redesign provides improved feeding. Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX loads fed flawlessly and provided good accuracy and respectable energy. The pistol\u2019s reliability with the hollow-point rounds and flat-nosed bullets wasn\u2019t as good, and if you use the Thumper for protection against dangerous game, you\u2019d be wise to experiment with a variety of loads to ensure 100-percent reliability before putting yourself in a position where your life depends on the gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Portable & Potent<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a lot to like about Windham Weaponry\u2019s Thumper. It packs a lot of power into a very portable, light and handy package. Further, it offers the user a degree of protection without being unduly cumbersome to tote. My test sample was accurate beyond belief and reliable with the rounds it preferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_1-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"The AR-style pistol includes an SB Tactical stabilizing brace. \" class=\"wp-image-126499\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most ARs, the Thumper can be accessorized with anything from ambidextrous safeties to tactical lights and lasers as well as sighting equipment. If rifle-like accuracy from a compact semi-auto that packs a serious punch appeals to you, give the Windham Weaponry Thumper a closer look. For more information, visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry 450 Thumper Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Caliber: .450 Bushmaster<\/li><li>Barrel: 9 inches<\/li><li>Overall Length: 26.25 inches<\/li><li>Overall Weight: 5.8 pounds (empty)<\/li><li>Grip: Hogue rubber<\/li><li>Sights: Magpul MBUS<\/li><li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto<\/li><li>Finish: Matte black<\/li><li>Overall Capacity: 5+1<\/li><li>MSRP: $1,254<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry Thumper Performance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Load<\/td><td>Velocity<\/td><td>Accuracy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 250 JHP<\/td><td>2,138<\/td><td>1.61<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 275 XPB<\/td><td>1,886<\/td><td>1.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 300 JHP <\/td><td>1,948<\/td><td>1.31<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 360 Hard-Cast FN<\/td><td>1,642<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DoubleTap 300 Bonded Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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For the accuracy portion of the evaluation, I installed a Trijicon 1.25-4x24mm AccuPoint scope in an American Defense mount. Initially I set up my target at 25 yards to get the scope dialed in. Then, after firing two 3-shot sighting groups, I pushed my target back to 50 yards, where I fired the rest of my groups for record.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I fired five shots for each group, and three groups for each type of ammunition. The best groups show in the accompanying accuracy table. With the scope\u2019s magnification set on 4X, I placed the tip of the reticle\u2019s red chevron on the 2-inch-diameter Shoot-N-C paster while adding the pressure necessary to break the Thumper\u2019s heavy trigger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_7-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Lightweight and portable, with a hard-hitting cartridge, the 450 Thumper fills many roles. \" class=\"wp-image-126502\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Thumper\u2019s accuracy certainly exceeded my expectations. The average group size for the six different loads was just 1.5 inches. And the single best five-shot group came with Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX ammunition and measured just a hair over an inch. Two of Buffalo Bore\u2019s loads produced the most energy\u2014both over 2,500 fpe\u2014which would most assuredly ruin anyone\u2019s or anything\u2019s day if it was unlucky enough to connect with these bullets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>450 Thumper Recoil<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>At this point, you\u2019re probably wondering what the Thumper\u2019s recoil was like. I have to admit that it wasn\u2019t as bad as I anticipated. I had brought along a PAST Recoil Shield to protect my arthritic shoulder but, after firing a couple groups, took it off. The SB Tactical brace has a certain amount of give to it and acted almost like a recoil pad. Also, the wide area covered by the end of the brace helps dissipate the impact. Also aiding in reducing recoil is the fact that the Thumper is a gas-operated gun, and the recoil impulse is spread over a longer period, making it feel more like a push than a punch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The pistol\u2019s compensator is also very effective in reducing muzzle climb. That\u2019s the nicest thing I can say about it. Its ports are angled backwards, and the blast, as you might imagine, is substantial. Over the course of three hours of shooting the Thumper, the muzzle blast blew my notebook and pen, a half-empty box of .450 Bushmaster rounds, the battery compartment on my electronic hearing muffs and the protective acrylic LCD shield on my chronograph\u2019s terminal from the bench. In fact, this happened so many times that I started placing the terminal on my lap while shooting. With this compensator, the muzzle blast is obnoxious, and shooting one of these guns on a public range will make you immediately unpopular with shooters on either side of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry ships the Thumper with one five-round magazine. The .450 Bushmaster cartridges ride in the magazine single-stack style. The magazine body appears to be an unaltered 20-round AR magazine. Meanwhile, a follower redesign provides improved feeding. Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX loads fed flawlessly and provided good accuracy and respectable energy. The pistol\u2019s reliability with the hollow-point rounds and flat-nosed bullets wasn\u2019t as good, and if you use the Thumper for protection against dangerous game, you\u2019d be wise to experiment with a variety of loads to ensure 100-percent reliability before putting yourself in a position where your life depends on the gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Portable & Potent<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a lot to like about Windham Weaponry\u2019s Thumper. It packs a lot of power into a very portable, light and handy package. Further, it offers the user a degree of protection without being unduly cumbersome to tote. My test sample was accurate beyond belief and reliable with the rounds it preferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_1-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"The AR-style pistol includes an SB Tactical stabilizing brace. \" class=\"wp-image-126499\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most ARs, the Thumper can be accessorized with anything from ambidextrous safeties to tactical lights and lasers as well as sighting equipment. If rifle-like accuracy from a compact semi-auto that packs a serious punch appeals to you, give the Windham Weaponry Thumper a closer look. For more information, visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry 450 Thumper Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Caliber: .450 Bushmaster<\/li><li>Barrel: 9 inches<\/li><li>Overall Length: 26.25 inches<\/li><li>Overall Weight: 5.8 pounds (empty)<\/li><li>Grip: Hogue rubber<\/li><li>Sights: Magpul MBUS<\/li><li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto<\/li><li>Finish: Matte black<\/li><li>Overall Capacity: 5+1<\/li><li>MSRP: $1,254<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry Thumper Performance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Load<\/td><td>Velocity<\/td><td>Accuracy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 250 JHP<\/td><td>2,138<\/td><td>1.61<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 275 XPB<\/td><td>1,886<\/td><td>1.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 300 JHP <\/td><td>1,948<\/td><td>1.31<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 360 Hard-Cast FN<\/td><td>1,642<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DoubleTap 300 Bonded Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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This must-have piece of gear will give you the stability of a cement bench, yet it can still be packed away into just about any SUV. It takes less than two minutes to set up or tear down. I\u2019ve had mine for about two years now, and the convenience it provides has paid for itself many times over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I also used a Caldwell rifle rest to support the pistol\u2019s handguard on top of the bench. For the accuracy portion of the evaluation, I installed a Trijicon 1.25-4x24mm AccuPoint scope in an American Defense mount. Initially I set up my target at 25 yards to get the scope dialed in. Then, after firing two 3-shot sighting groups, I pushed my target back to 50 yards, where I fired the rest of my groups for record.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I fired five shots for each group, and three groups for each type of ammunition. The best groups show in the accompanying accuracy table. With the scope\u2019s magnification set on 4X, I placed the tip of the reticle\u2019s red chevron on the 2-inch-diameter Shoot-N-C paster while adding the pressure necessary to break the Thumper\u2019s heavy trigger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_7-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Lightweight and portable, with a hard-hitting cartridge, the 450 Thumper fills many roles. \" class=\"wp-image-126502\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Thumper\u2019s accuracy certainly exceeded my expectations. The average group size for the six different loads was just 1.5 inches. And the single best five-shot group came with Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX ammunition and measured just a hair over an inch. Two of Buffalo Bore\u2019s loads produced the most energy\u2014both over 2,500 fpe\u2014which would most assuredly ruin anyone\u2019s or anything\u2019s day if it was unlucky enough to connect with these bullets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>450 Thumper Recoil<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>At this point, you\u2019re probably wondering what the Thumper\u2019s recoil was like. I have to admit that it wasn\u2019t as bad as I anticipated. I had brought along a PAST Recoil Shield to protect my arthritic shoulder but, after firing a couple groups, took it off. The SB Tactical brace has a certain amount of give to it and acted almost like a recoil pad. Also, the wide area covered by the end of the brace helps dissipate the impact. Also aiding in reducing recoil is the fact that the Thumper is a gas-operated gun, and the recoil impulse is spread over a longer period, making it feel more like a push than a punch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The pistol\u2019s compensator is also very effective in reducing muzzle climb. That\u2019s the nicest thing I can say about it. Its ports are angled backwards, and the blast, as you might imagine, is substantial. Over the course of three hours of shooting the Thumper, the muzzle blast blew my notebook and pen, a half-empty box of .450 Bushmaster rounds, the battery compartment on my electronic hearing muffs and the protective acrylic LCD shield on my chronograph\u2019s terminal from the bench. In fact, this happened so many times that I started placing the terminal on my lap while shooting. With this compensator, the muzzle blast is obnoxious, and shooting one of these guns on a public range will make you immediately unpopular with shooters on either side of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry ships the Thumper with one five-round magazine. The .450 Bushmaster cartridges ride in the magazine single-stack style. The magazine body appears to be an unaltered 20-round AR magazine. Meanwhile, a follower redesign provides improved feeding. Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX loads fed flawlessly and provided good accuracy and respectable energy. The pistol\u2019s reliability with the hollow-point rounds and flat-nosed bullets wasn\u2019t as good, and if you use the Thumper for protection against dangerous game, you\u2019d be wise to experiment with a variety of loads to ensure 100-percent reliability before putting yourself in a position where your life depends on the gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Portable & Potent<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a lot to like about Windham Weaponry\u2019s Thumper. It packs a lot of power into a very portable, light and handy package. Further, it offers the user a degree of protection without being unduly cumbersome to tote. My test sample was accurate beyond belief and reliable with the rounds it preferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_1-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"The AR-style pistol includes an SB Tactical stabilizing brace. \" class=\"wp-image-126499\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most ARs, the Thumper can be accessorized with anything from ambidextrous safeties to tactical lights and lasers as well as sighting equipment. If rifle-like accuracy from a compact semi-auto that packs a serious punch appeals to you, give the Windham Weaponry Thumper a closer look. For more information, visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry 450 Thumper Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Caliber: .450 Bushmaster<\/li><li>Barrel: 9 inches<\/li><li>Overall Length: 26.25 inches<\/li><li>Overall Weight: 5.8 pounds (empty)<\/li><li>Grip: Hogue rubber<\/li><li>Sights: Magpul MBUS<\/li><li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto<\/li><li>Finish: Matte black<\/li><li>Overall Capacity: 5+1<\/li><li>MSRP: $1,254<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry Thumper Performance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Load<\/td><td>Velocity<\/td><td>Accuracy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 250 JHP<\/td><td>2,138<\/td><td>1.61<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 275 XPB<\/td><td>1,886<\/td><td>1.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 300 JHP <\/td><td>1,948<\/td><td>1.31<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 360 Hard-Cast FN<\/td><td>1,642<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DoubleTap 300 Bonded Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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This must-have piece of gear will give you the stability of a cement bench, yet it can still be packed away into just about any SUV. It takes less than two minutes to set up or tear down. I\u2019ve had mine for about two years now, and the convenience it provides has paid for itself many times over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I also used a Caldwell rifle rest to support the pistol\u2019s handguard on top of the bench. For the accuracy portion of the evaluation, I installed a Trijicon 1.25-4x24mm AccuPoint scope in an American Defense mount. Initially I set up my target at 25 yards to get the scope dialed in. Then, after firing two 3-shot sighting groups, I pushed my target back to 50 yards, where I fired the rest of my groups for record.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I fired five shots for each group, and three groups for each type of ammunition. The best groups show in the accompanying accuracy table. With the scope\u2019s magnification set on 4X, I placed the tip of the reticle\u2019s red chevron on the 2-inch-diameter Shoot-N-C paster while adding the pressure necessary to break the Thumper\u2019s heavy trigger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_7-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Lightweight and portable, with a hard-hitting cartridge, the 450 Thumper fills many roles. \" class=\"wp-image-126502\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Thumper\u2019s accuracy certainly exceeded my expectations. The average group size for the six different loads was just 1.5 inches. And the single best five-shot group came with Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX ammunition and measured just a hair over an inch. Two of Buffalo Bore\u2019s loads produced the most energy\u2014both over 2,500 fpe\u2014which would most assuredly ruin anyone\u2019s or anything\u2019s day if it was unlucky enough to connect with these bullets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>450 Thumper Recoil<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>At this point, you\u2019re probably wondering what the Thumper\u2019s recoil was like. I have to admit that it wasn\u2019t as bad as I anticipated. I had brought along a PAST Recoil Shield to protect my arthritic shoulder but, after firing a couple groups, took it off. The SB Tactical brace has a certain amount of give to it and acted almost like a recoil pad. Also, the wide area covered by the end of the brace helps dissipate the impact. Also aiding in reducing recoil is the fact that the Thumper is a gas-operated gun, and the recoil impulse is spread over a longer period, making it feel more like a push than a punch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The pistol\u2019s compensator is also very effective in reducing muzzle climb. That\u2019s the nicest thing I can say about it. Its ports are angled backwards, and the blast, as you might imagine, is substantial. Over the course of three hours of shooting the Thumper, the muzzle blast blew my notebook and pen, a half-empty box of .450 Bushmaster rounds, the battery compartment on my electronic hearing muffs and the protective acrylic LCD shield on my chronograph\u2019s terminal from the bench. In fact, this happened so many times that I started placing the terminal on my lap while shooting. With this compensator, the muzzle blast is obnoxious, and shooting one of these guns on a public range will make you immediately unpopular with shooters on either side of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry ships the Thumper with one five-round magazine. The .450 Bushmaster cartridges ride in the magazine single-stack style. The magazine body appears to be an unaltered 20-round AR magazine. Meanwhile, a follower redesign provides improved feeding. Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX loads fed flawlessly and provided good accuracy and respectable energy. The pistol\u2019s reliability with the hollow-point rounds and flat-nosed bullets wasn\u2019t as good, and if you use the Thumper for protection against dangerous game, you\u2019d be wise to experiment with a variety of loads to ensure 100-percent reliability before putting yourself in a position where your life depends on the gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Portable & Potent<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a lot to like about Windham Weaponry\u2019s Thumper. It packs a lot of power into a very portable, light and handy package. Further, it offers the user a degree of protection without being unduly cumbersome to tote. My test sample was accurate beyond belief and reliable with the rounds it preferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_1-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"The AR-style pistol includes an SB Tactical stabilizing brace. \" class=\"wp-image-126499\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most ARs, the Thumper can be accessorized with anything from ambidextrous safeties to tactical lights and lasers as well as sighting equipment. If rifle-like accuracy from a compact semi-auto that packs a serious punch appeals to you, give the Windham Weaponry Thumper a closer look. For more information, visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry 450 Thumper Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Caliber: .450 Bushmaster<\/li><li>Barrel: 9 inches<\/li><li>Overall Length: 26.25 inches<\/li><li>Overall Weight: 5.8 pounds (empty)<\/li><li>Grip: Hogue rubber<\/li><li>Sights: Magpul MBUS<\/li><li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto<\/li><li>Finish: Matte black<\/li><li>Overall Capacity: 5+1<\/li><li>MSRP: $1,254<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry Thumper Performance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Load<\/td><td>Velocity<\/td><td>Accuracy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 250 JHP<\/td><td>2,138<\/td><td>1.61<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 275 XPB<\/td><td>1,886<\/td><td>1.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 300 JHP <\/td><td>1,948<\/td><td>1.31<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 360 Hard-Cast FN<\/td><td>1,642<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DoubleTap 300 Bonded Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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This must-have piece of gear will give you the stability of a cement bench, yet it can still be packed away into just about any SUV. It takes less than two minutes to set up or tear down. I\u2019ve had mine for about two years now, and the convenience it provides has paid for itself many times over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I also used a Caldwell rifle rest to support the pistol\u2019s handguard on top of the bench. For the accuracy portion of the evaluation, I installed a Trijicon 1.25-4x24mm AccuPoint scope in an American Defense mount. Initially I set up my target at 25 yards to get the scope dialed in. Then, after firing two 3-shot sighting groups, I pushed my target back to 50 yards, where I fired the rest of my groups for record.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I fired five shots for each group, and three groups for each type of ammunition. The best groups show in the accompanying accuracy table. With the scope\u2019s magnification set on 4X, I placed the tip of the reticle\u2019s red chevron on the 2-inch-diameter Shoot-N-C paster while adding the pressure necessary to break the Thumper\u2019s heavy trigger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_7-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Lightweight and portable, with a hard-hitting cartridge, the 450 Thumper fills many roles. \" class=\"wp-image-126502\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Thumper\u2019s accuracy certainly exceeded my expectations. The average group size for the six different loads was just 1.5 inches. And the single best five-shot group came with Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX ammunition and measured just a hair over an inch. Two of Buffalo Bore\u2019s loads produced the most energy\u2014both over 2,500 fpe\u2014which would most assuredly ruin anyone\u2019s or anything\u2019s day if it was unlucky enough to connect with these bullets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>450 Thumper Recoil<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>At this point, you\u2019re probably wondering what the Thumper\u2019s recoil was like. I have to admit that it wasn\u2019t as bad as I anticipated. I had brought along a PAST Recoil Shield to protect my arthritic shoulder but, after firing a couple groups, took it off. The SB Tactical brace has a certain amount of give to it and acted almost like a recoil pad. Also, the wide area covered by the end of the brace helps dissipate the impact. Also aiding in reducing recoil is the fact that the Thumper is a gas-operated gun, and the recoil impulse is spread over a longer period, making it feel more like a push than a punch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The pistol\u2019s compensator is also very effective in reducing muzzle climb. That\u2019s the nicest thing I can say about it. Its ports are angled backwards, and the blast, as you might imagine, is substantial. Over the course of three hours of shooting the Thumper, the muzzle blast blew my notebook and pen, a half-empty box of .450 Bushmaster rounds, the battery compartment on my electronic hearing muffs and the protective acrylic LCD shield on my chronograph\u2019s terminal from the bench. In fact, this happened so many times that I started placing the terminal on my lap while shooting. With this compensator, the muzzle blast is obnoxious, and shooting one of these guns on a public range will make you immediately unpopular with shooters on either side of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry ships the Thumper with one five-round magazine. The .450 Bushmaster cartridges ride in the magazine single-stack style. The magazine body appears to be an unaltered 20-round AR magazine. Meanwhile, a follower redesign provides improved feeding. Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX loads fed flawlessly and provided good accuracy and respectable energy. The pistol\u2019s reliability with the hollow-point rounds and flat-nosed bullets wasn\u2019t as good, and if you use the Thumper for protection against dangerous game, you\u2019d be wise to experiment with a variety of loads to ensure 100-percent reliability before putting yourself in a position where your life depends on the gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Portable & Potent<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a lot to like about Windham Weaponry\u2019s Thumper. It packs a lot of power into a very portable, light and handy package. Further, it offers the user a degree of protection without being unduly cumbersome to tote. My test sample was accurate beyond belief and reliable with the rounds it preferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_1-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"The AR-style pistol includes an SB Tactical stabilizing brace. \" class=\"wp-image-126499\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most ARs, the Thumper can be accessorized with anything from ambidextrous safeties to tactical lights and lasers as well as sighting equipment. If rifle-like accuracy from a compact semi-auto that packs a serious punch appeals to you, give the Windham Weaponry Thumper a closer look. For more information, visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry 450 Thumper Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Caliber: .450 Bushmaster<\/li><li>Barrel: 9 inches<\/li><li>Overall Length: 26.25 inches<\/li><li>Overall Weight: 5.8 pounds (empty)<\/li><li>Grip: Hogue rubber<\/li><li>Sights: Magpul MBUS<\/li><li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto<\/li><li>Finish: Matte black<\/li><li>Overall Capacity: 5+1<\/li><li>MSRP: $1,254<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry Thumper Performance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Load<\/td><td>Velocity<\/td><td>Accuracy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 250 JHP<\/td><td>2,138<\/td><td>1.61<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 275 XPB<\/td><td>1,886<\/td><td>1.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 300 JHP <\/td><td>1,948<\/td><td>1.31<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 360 Hard-Cast FN<\/td><td>1,642<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DoubleTap 300 Bonded Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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The Thumper also uses a Hogue beavertail pistol grip and, as mentioned before, comes equipped with an SB Tactical arm brace. Originally designed to help wounded warriors fire their AR pistols with one arm, this brace is made from a rubbery composite material that provides plenty of rigidity while maintaining a certain amount of flex.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My test sample also had a standard AR trigger with all the creep and overtravel we normally associate with a military-style unit, and it broke with 5.75 pounds of pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Rounds Downrange<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>On an early spring day, I drove out to my secluded shooting spot in the Sonoran Desert and set up my DOA Shooting Bench. This must-have piece of gear will give you the stability of a cement bench, yet it can still be packed away into just about any SUV. It takes less than two minutes to set up or tear down. I\u2019ve had mine for about two years now, and the convenience it provides has paid for itself many times over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I also used a Caldwell rifle rest to support the pistol\u2019s handguard on top of the bench. For the accuracy portion of the evaluation, I installed a Trijicon 1.25-4x24mm AccuPoint scope in an American Defense mount. Initially I set up my target at 25 yards to get the scope dialed in. Then, after firing two 3-shot sighting groups, I pushed my target back to 50 yards, where I fired the rest of my groups for record.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I fired five shots for each group, and three groups for each type of ammunition. The best groups show in the accompanying accuracy table. With the scope\u2019s magnification set on 4X, I placed the tip of the reticle\u2019s red chevron on the 2-inch-diameter Shoot-N-C paster while adding the pressure necessary to break the Thumper\u2019s heavy trigger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_7-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Lightweight and portable, with a hard-hitting cartridge, the 450 Thumper fills many roles. \" class=\"wp-image-126502\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Thumper\u2019s accuracy certainly exceeded my expectations. The average group size for the six different loads was just 1.5 inches. And the single best five-shot group came with Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX ammunition and measured just a hair over an inch. Two of Buffalo Bore\u2019s loads produced the most energy\u2014both over 2,500 fpe\u2014which would most assuredly ruin anyone\u2019s or anything\u2019s day if it was unlucky enough to connect with these bullets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>450 Thumper Recoil<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>At this point, you\u2019re probably wondering what the Thumper\u2019s recoil was like. I have to admit that it wasn\u2019t as bad as I anticipated. I had brought along a PAST Recoil Shield to protect my arthritic shoulder but, after firing a couple groups, took it off. The SB Tactical brace has a certain amount of give to it and acted almost like a recoil pad. Also, the wide area covered by the end of the brace helps dissipate the impact. Also aiding in reducing recoil is the fact that the Thumper is a gas-operated gun, and the recoil impulse is spread over a longer period, making it feel more like a push than a punch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The pistol\u2019s compensator is also very effective in reducing muzzle climb. That\u2019s the nicest thing I can say about it. Its ports are angled backwards, and the blast, as you might imagine, is substantial. Over the course of three hours of shooting the Thumper, the muzzle blast blew my notebook and pen, a half-empty box of .450 Bushmaster rounds, the battery compartment on my electronic hearing muffs and the protective acrylic LCD shield on my chronograph\u2019s terminal from the bench. In fact, this happened so many times that I started placing the terminal on my lap while shooting. With this compensator, the muzzle blast is obnoxious, and shooting one of these guns on a public range will make you immediately unpopular with shooters on either side of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry ships the Thumper with one five-round magazine. The .450 Bushmaster cartridges ride in the magazine single-stack style. The magazine body appears to be an unaltered 20-round AR magazine. Meanwhile, a follower redesign provides improved feeding. Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX loads fed flawlessly and provided good accuracy and respectable energy. The pistol\u2019s reliability with the hollow-point rounds and flat-nosed bullets wasn\u2019t as good, and if you use the Thumper for protection against dangerous game, you\u2019d be wise to experiment with a variety of loads to ensure 100-percent reliability before putting yourself in a position where your life depends on the gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Portable & Potent<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a lot to like about Windham Weaponry\u2019s Thumper. It packs a lot of power into a very portable, light and handy package. Further, it offers the user a degree of protection without being unduly cumbersome to tote. My test sample was accurate beyond belief and reliable with the rounds it preferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_1-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"The AR-style pistol includes an SB Tactical stabilizing brace. \" class=\"wp-image-126499\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most ARs, the Thumper can be accessorized with anything from ambidextrous safeties to tactical lights and lasers as well as sighting equipment. If rifle-like accuracy from a compact semi-auto that packs a serious punch appeals to you, give the Windham Weaponry Thumper a closer look. For more information, visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry 450 Thumper Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Caliber: .450 Bushmaster<\/li><li>Barrel: 9 inches<\/li><li>Overall Length: 26.25 inches<\/li><li>Overall Weight: 5.8 pounds (empty)<\/li><li>Grip: Hogue rubber<\/li><li>Sights: Magpul MBUS<\/li><li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto<\/li><li>Finish: Matte black<\/li><li>Overall Capacity: 5+1<\/li><li>MSRP: $1,254<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry Thumper Performance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Load<\/td><td>Velocity<\/td><td>Accuracy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 250 JHP<\/td><td>2,138<\/td><td>1.61<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 275 XPB<\/td><td>1,886<\/td><td>1.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 300 JHP <\/td><td>1,948<\/td><td>1.31<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 360 Hard-Cast FN<\/td><td>1,642<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DoubleTap 300 Bonded Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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sights are included along with a POF-USA end cap with a quick-detach sling swivel for use with a single-point sling. The Thumper also uses a Hogue beavertail pistol grip and, as mentioned before, comes equipped with an SB Tactical arm brace. Originally designed to help wounded warriors fire their AR pistols with one arm, this brace is made from a rubbery composite material that provides plenty of rigidity while maintaining a certain amount of flex.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My test sample also had a standard AR trigger with all the creep and overtravel we normally associate with a military-style unit, and it broke with 5.75 pounds of pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Rounds Downrange<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>On an early spring day, I drove out to my secluded shooting spot in the Sonoran Desert and set up my DOA Shooting Bench. This must-have piece of gear will give you the stability of a cement bench, yet it can still be packed away into just about any SUV. It takes less than two minutes to set up or tear down. I\u2019ve had mine for about two years now, and the convenience it provides has paid for itself many times over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I also used a Caldwell rifle rest to support the pistol\u2019s handguard on top of the bench. For the accuracy portion of the evaluation, I installed a Trijicon 1.25-4x24mm AccuPoint scope in an American Defense mount. Initially I set up my target at 25 yards to get the scope dialed in. Then, after firing two 3-shot sighting groups, I pushed my target back to 50 yards, where I fired the rest of my groups for record.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I fired five shots for each group, and three groups for each type of ammunition. The best groups show in the accompanying accuracy table. With the scope\u2019s magnification set on 4X, I placed the tip of the reticle\u2019s red chevron on the 2-inch-diameter Shoot-N-C paster while adding the pressure necessary to break the Thumper\u2019s heavy trigger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_7-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Lightweight and portable, with a hard-hitting cartridge, the 450 Thumper fills many roles. \" class=\"wp-image-126502\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Thumper\u2019s accuracy certainly exceeded my expectations. The average group size for the six different loads was just 1.5 inches. And the single best five-shot group came with Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX ammunition and measured just a hair over an inch. Two of Buffalo Bore\u2019s loads produced the most energy\u2014both over 2,500 fpe\u2014which would most assuredly ruin anyone\u2019s or anything\u2019s day if it was unlucky enough to connect with these bullets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>450 Thumper Recoil<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>At this point, you\u2019re probably wondering what the Thumper\u2019s recoil was like. I have to admit that it wasn\u2019t as bad as I anticipated. I had brought along a PAST Recoil Shield to protect my arthritic shoulder but, after firing a couple groups, took it off. The SB Tactical brace has a certain amount of give to it and acted almost like a recoil pad. Also, the wide area covered by the end of the brace helps dissipate the impact. Also aiding in reducing recoil is the fact that the Thumper is a gas-operated gun, and the recoil impulse is spread over a longer period, making it feel more like a push than a punch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The pistol\u2019s compensator is also very effective in reducing muzzle climb. That\u2019s the nicest thing I can say about it. Its ports are angled backwards, and the blast, as you might imagine, is substantial. Over the course of three hours of shooting the Thumper, the muzzle blast blew my notebook and pen, a half-empty box of .450 Bushmaster rounds, the battery compartment on my electronic hearing muffs and the protective acrylic LCD shield on my chronograph\u2019s terminal from the bench. In fact, this happened so many times that I started placing the terminal on my lap while shooting. With this compensator, the muzzle blast is obnoxious, and shooting one of these guns on a public range will make you immediately unpopular with shooters on either side of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry ships the Thumper with one five-round magazine. The .450 Bushmaster cartridges ride in the magazine single-stack style. The magazine body appears to be an unaltered 20-round AR magazine. Meanwhile, a follower redesign provides improved feeding. Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX loads fed flawlessly and provided good accuracy and respectable energy. The pistol\u2019s reliability with the hollow-point rounds and flat-nosed bullets wasn\u2019t as good, and if you use the Thumper for protection against dangerous game, you\u2019d be wise to experiment with a variety of loads to ensure 100-percent reliability before putting yourself in a position where your life depends on the gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Portable & Potent<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a lot to like about Windham Weaponry\u2019s Thumper. It packs a lot of power into a very portable, light and handy package. Further, it offers the user a degree of protection without being unduly cumbersome to tote. My test sample was accurate beyond belief and reliable with the rounds it preferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_1-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"The AR-style pistol includes an SB Tactical stabilizing brace. \" class=\"wp-image-126499\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most ARs, the Thumper can be accessorized with anything from ambidextrous safeties to tactical lights and lasers as well as sighting equipment. If rifle-like accuracy from a compact semi-auto that packs a serious punch appeals to you, give the Windham Weaponry Thumper a closer look. For more information, visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry 450 Thumper Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Caliber: .450 Bushmaster<\/li><li>Barrel: 9 inches<\/li><li>Overall Length: 26.25 inches<\/li><li>Overall Weight: 5.8 pounds (empty)<\/li><li>Grip: Hogue rubber<\/li><li>Sights: Magpul MBUS<\/li><li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto<\/li><li>Finish: Matte black<\/li><li>Overall Capacity: 5+1<\/li><li>MSRP: $1,254<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry Thumper Performance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Load<\/td><td>Velocity<\/td><td>Accuracy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 250 JHP<\/td><td>2,138<\/td><td>1.61<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 275 XPB<\/td><td>1,886<\/td><td>1.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 300 JHP <\/td><td>1,948<\/td><td>1.31<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 360 Hard-Cast FN<\/td><td>1,642<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DoubleTap 300 Bonded Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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Windham outfits the pistol with a free-floating, 7-inch, M-LOK handguard with a full-length Picatinny rail on top. To stabilize the heavy, fat .450 Bushmaster projectiles, the medium-profile barrel has a 1-in-24-inch twist rate. The barrel also has a Melonite QPQ finish and, as I mentioned earlier, is fitted with a compensator. The gas block and tube are both covered by the handguard as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_2-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"With a 9-inch barrel and 26.25-inch overall length, the 450 Thumper remains nimble. \" class=\"wp-image-126500\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Folding Magpul MBUS sights are included along with a POF-USA end cap with a quick-detach sling swivel for use with a single-point sling. The Thumper also uses a Hogue beavertail pistol grip and, as mentioned before, comes equipped with an SB Tactical arm brace. Originally designed to help wounded warriors fire their AR pistols with one arm, this brace is made from a rubbery composite material that provides plenty of rigidity while maintaining a certain amount of flex.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My test sample also had a standard AR trigger with all the creep and overtravel we normally associate with a military-style unit, and it broke with 5.75 pounds of pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Rounds Downrange<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>On an early spring day, I drove out to my secluded shooting spot in the Sonoran Desert and set up my DOA Shooting Bench. This must-have piece of gear will give you the stability of a cement bench, yet it can still be packed away into just about any SUV. It takes less than two minutes to set up or tear down. I\u2019ve had mine for about two years now, and the convenience it provides has paid for itself many times over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I also used a Caldwell rifle rest to support the pistol\u2019s handguard on top of the bench. For the accuracy portion of the evaluation, I installed a Trijicon 1.25-4x24mm AccuPoint scope in an American Defense mount. Initially I set up my target at 25 yards to get the scope dialed in. Then, after firing two 3-shot sighting groups, I pushed my target back to 50 yards, where I fired the rest of my groups for record.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I fired five shots for each group, and three groups for each type of ammunition. The best groups show in the accompanying accuracy table. With the scope\u2019s magnification set on 4X, I placed the tip of the reticle\u2019s red chevron on the 2-inch-diameter Shoot-N-C paster while adding the pressure necessary to break the Thumper\u2019s heavy trigger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_7-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Lightweight and portable, with a hard-hitting cartridge, the 450 Thumper fills many roles. \" class=\"wp-image-126502\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Thumper\u2019s accuracy certainly exceeded my expectations. The average group size for the six different loads was just 1.5 inches. And the single best five-shot group came with Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX ammunition and measured just a hair over an inch. Two of Buffalo Bore\u2019s loads produced the most energy\u2014both over 2,500 fpe\u2014which would most assuredly ruin anyone\u2019s or anything\u2019s day if it was unlucky enough to connect with these bullets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>450 Thumper Recoil<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>At this point, you\u2019re probably wondering what the Thumper\u2019s recoil was like. I have to admit that it wasn\u2019t as bad as I anticipated. I had brought along a PAST Recoil Shield to protect my arthritic shoulder but, after firing a couple groups, took it off. The SB Tactical brace has a certain amount of give to it and acted almost like a recoil pad. Also, the wide area covered by the end of the brace helps dissipate the impact. Also aiding in reducing recoil is the fact that the Thumper is a gas-operated gun, and the recoil impulse is spread over a longer period, making it feel more like a push than a punch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The pistol\u2019s compensator is also very effective in reducing muzzle climb. That\u2019s the nicest thing I can say about it. Its ports are angled backwards, and the blast, as you might imagine, is substantial. Over the course of three hours of shooting the Thumper, the muzzle blast blew my notebook and pen, a half-empty box of .450 Bushmaster rounds, the battery compartment on my electronic hearing muffs and the protective acrylic LCD shield on my chronograph\u2019s terminal from the bench. In fact, this happened so many times that I started placing the terminal on my lap while shooting. With this compensator, the muzzle blast is obnoxious, and shooting one of these guns on a public range will make you immediately unpopular with shooters on either side of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry ships the Thumper with one five-round magazine. The .450 Bushmaster cartridges ride in the magazine single-stack style. The magazine body appears to be an unaltered 20-round AR magazine. Meanwhile, a follower redesign provides improved feeding. Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX loads fed flawlessly and provided good accuracy and respectable energy. The pistol\u2019s reliability with the hollow-point rounds and flat-nosed bullets wasn\u2019t as good, and if you use the Thumper for protection against dangerous game, you\u2019d be wise to experiment with a variety of loads to ensure 100-percent reliability before putting yourself in a position where your life depends on the gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Portable & Potent<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a lot to like about Windham Weaponry\u2019s Thumper. It packs a lot of power into a very portable, light and handy package. Further, it offers the user a degree of protection without being unduly cumbersome to tote. My test sample was accurate beyond belief and reliable with the rounds it preferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_1-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"The AR-style pistol includes an SB Tactical stabilizing brace. \" class=\"wp-image-126499\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most ARs, the Thumper can be accessorized with anything from ambidextrous safeties to tactical lights and lasers as well as sighting equipment. If rifle-like accuracy from a compact semi-auto that packs a serious punch appeals to you, give the Windham Weaponry Thumper a closer look. For more information, visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry 450 Thumper Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Caliber: .450 Bushmaster<\/li><li>Barrel: 9 inches<\/li><li>Overall Length: 26.25 inches<\/li><li>Overall Weight: 5.8 pounds (empty)<\/li><li>Grip: Hogue rubber<\/li><li>Sights: Magpul MBUS<\/li><li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto<\/li><li>Finish: Matte black<\/li><li>Overall Capacity: 5+1<\/li><li>MSRP: $1,254<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry Thumper Performance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Load<\/td><td>Velocity<\/td><td>Accuracy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 250 JHP<\/td><td>2,138<\/td><td>1.61<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 275 XPB<\/td><td>1,886<\/td><td>1.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 300 JHP <\/td><td>1,948<\/td><td>1.31<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 360 Hard-Cast FN<\/td><td>1,642<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DoubleTap 300 Bonded Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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Windham outfits the pistol with a free-floating, 7-inch, M-LOK handguard with a full-length Picatinny rail on top. To stabilize the heavy, fat .450 Bushmaster projectiles, the medium-profile barrel has a 1-in-24-inch twist rate. The barrel also has a Melonite QPQ finish and, as I mentioned earlier, is fitted with a compensator. The gas block and tube are both covered by the handguard as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_2-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"With a 9-inch barrel and 26.25-inch overall length, the 450 Thumper remains nimble. \" class=\"wp-image-126500\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Folding Magpul MBUS sights are included along with a POF-USA end cap with a quick-detach sling swivel for use with a single-point sling. The Thumper also uses a Hogue beavertail pistol grip and, as mentioned before, comes equipped with an SB Tactical arm brace. Originally designed to help wounded warriors fire their AR pistols with one arm, this brace is made from a rubbery composite material that provides plenty of rigidity while maintaining a certain amount of flex.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My test sample also had a standard AR trigger with all the creep and overtravel we normally associate with a military-style unit, and it broke with 5.75 pounds of pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Rounds Downrange<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>On an early spring day, I drove out to my secluded shooting spot in the Sonoran Desert and set up my DOA Shooting Bench. This must-have piece of gear will give you the stability of a cement bench, yet it can still be packed away into just about any SUV. It takes less than two minutes to set up or tear down. I\u2019ve had mine for about two years now, and the convenience it provides has paid for itself many times over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I also used a Caldwell rifle rest to support the pistol\u2019s handguard on top of the bench. For the accuracy portion of the evaluation, I installed a Trijicon 1.25-4x24mm AccuPoint scope in an American Defense mount. Initially I set up my target at 25 yards to get the scope dialed in. Then, after firing two 3-shot sighting groups, I pushed my target back to 50 yards, where I fired the rest of my groups for record.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I fired five shots for each group, and three groups for each type of ammunition. The best groups show in the accompanying accuracy table. With the scope\u2019s magnification set on 4X, I placed the tip of the reticle\u2019s red chevron on the 2-inch-diameter Shoot-N-C paster while adding the pressure necessary to break the Thumper\u2019s heavy trigger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_7-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Lightweight and portable, with a hard-hitting cartridge, the 450 Thumper fills many roles. \" class=\"wp-image-126502\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Thumper\u2019s accuracy certainly exceeded my expectations. The average group size for the six different loads was just 1.5 inches. And the single best five-shot group came with Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX ammunition and measured just a hair over an inch. Two of Buffalo Bore\u2019s loads produced the most energy\u2014both over 2,500 fpe\u2014which would most assuredly ruin anyone\u2019s or anything\u2019s day if it was unlucky enough to connect with these bullets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>450 Thumper Recoil<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>At this point, you\u2019re probably wondering what the Thumper\u2019s recoil was like. I have to admit that it wasn\u2019t as bad as I anticipated. I had brought along a PAST Recoil Shield to protect my arthritic shoulder but, after firing a couple groups, took it off. The SB Tactical brace has a certain amount of give to it and acted almost like a recoil pad. Also, the wide area covered by the end of the brace helps dissipate the impact. Also aiding in reducing recoil is the fact that the Thumper is a gas-operated gun, and the recoil impulse is spread over a longer period, making it feel more like a push than a punch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The pistol\u2019s compensator is also very effective in reducing muzzle climb. That\u2019s the nicest thing I can say about it. Its ports are angled backwards, and the blast, as you might imagine, is substantial. Over the course of three hours of shooting the Thumper, the muzzle blast blew my notebook and pen, a half-empty box of .450 Bushmaster rounds, the battery compartment on my electronic hearing muffs and the protective acrylic LCD shield on my chronograph\u2019s terminal from the bench. In fact, this happened so many times that I started placing the terminal on my lap while shooting. With this compensator, the muzzle blast is obnoxious, and shooting one of these guns on a public range will make you immediately unpopular with shooters on either side of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry ships the Thumper with one five-round magazine. The .450 Bushmaster cartridges ride in the magazine single-stack style. The magazine body appears to be an unaltered 20-round AR magazine. Meanwhile, a follower redesign provides improved feeding. Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX loads fed flawlessly and provided good accuracy and respectable energy. The pistol\u2019s reliability with the hollow-point rounds and flat-nosed bullets wasn\u2019t as good, and if you use the Thumper for protection against dangerous game, you\u2019d be wise to experiment with a variety of loads to ensure 100-percent reliability before putting yourself in a position where your life depends on the gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Portable & Potent<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a lot to like about Windham Weaponry\u2019s Thumper. It packs a lot of power into a very portable, light and handy package. Further, it offers the user a degree of protection without being unduly cumbersome to tote. My test sample was accurate beyond belief and reliable with the rounds it preferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_1-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"The AR-style pistol includes an SB Tactical stabilizing brace. \" class=\"wp-image-126499\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most ARs, the Thumper can be accessorized with anything from ambidextrous safeties to tactical lights and lasers as well as sighting equipment. If rifle-like accuracy from a compact semi-auto that packs a serious punch appeals to you, give the Windham Weaponry Thumper a closer look. For more information, visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry 450 Thumper Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Caliber: .450 Bushmaster<\/li><li>Barrel: 9 inches<\/li><li>Overall Length: 26.25 inches<\/li><li>Overall Weight: 5.8 pounds (empty)<\/li><li>Grip: Hogue rubber<\/li><li>Sights: Magpul MBUS<\/li><li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto<\/li><li>Finish: Matte black<\/li><li>Overall Capacity: 5+1<\/li><li>MSRP: $1,254<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry Thumper Performance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Load<\/td><td>Velocity<\/td><td>Accuracy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 250 JHP<\/td><td>2,138<\/td><td>1.61<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 275 XPB<\/td><td>1,886<\/td><td>1.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 300 JHP <\/td><td>1,948<\/td><td>1.31<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 360 Hard-Cast FN<\/td><td>1,642<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DoubleTap 300 Bonded Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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Even with the Thumper\u2019s short barrel, the loads I tested came in at 2,200 foot-pounds of energy (fpe) on average. The .45-70 Government that our great-great-grandfathers used to knock down buffalo generated about 1,300 fpe. That\u2019s a whopping 40-percent more energy out of a semi-auto gun! While the energy level is close to that of the .308 Winchester, the .450 Bushmaster, when loaded with the right projectile, is designed to impart its bone-crushing energy on target rather than drill through it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class="wp-block-heading">A Closer Look<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>As with just about all AR-15s, the Thumper\u2019s receivers are machined from 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum before being hardcoat anodized. Windham outfits the pistol with a free-floating, 7-inch, M-LOK handguard with a full-length Picatinny rail on top. To stabilize the heavy, fat .450 Bushmaster projectiles, the medium-profile barrel has a 1-in-24-inch twist rate. The barrel also has a Melonite QPQ finish and, as I mentioned earlier, is fitted with a compensator. The gas block and tube are both covered by the handguard as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_2-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"With a 9-inch barrel and 26.25-inch overall length, the 450 Thumper remains nimble. \" class=\"wp-image-126500\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Folding Magpul MBUS sights are included along with a POF-USA end cap with a quick-detach sling swivel for use with a single-point sling. The Thumper also uses a Hogue beavertail pistol grip and, as mentioned before, comes equipped with an SB Tactical arm brace. Originally designed to help wounded warriors fire their AR pistols with one arm, this brace is made from a rubbery composite material that provides plenty of rigidity while maintaining a certain amount of flex.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My test sample also had a standard AR trigger with all the creep and overtravel we normally associate with a military-style unit, and it broke with 5.75 pounds of pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Rounds Downrange<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>On an early spring day, I drove out to my secluded shooting spot in the Sonoran Desert and set up my DOA Shooting Bench. This must-have piece of gear will give you the stability of a cement bench, yet it can still be packed away into just about any SUV. It takes less than two minutes to set up or tear down. I\u2019ve had mine for about two years now, and the convenience it provides has paid for itself many times over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I also used a Caldwell rifle rest to support the pistol\u2019s handguard on top of the bench. For the accuracy portion of the evaluation, I installed a Trijicon 1.25-4x24mm AccuPoint scope in an American Defense mount. Initially I set up my target at 25 yards to get the scope dialed in. Then, after firing two 3-shot sighting groups, I pushed my target back to 50 yards, where I fired the rest of my groups for record.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I fired five shots for each group, and three groups for each type of ammunition. The best groups show in the accompanying accuracy table. With the scope\u2019s magnification set on 4X, I placed the tip of the reticle\u2019s red chevron on the 2-inch-diameter Shoot-N-C paster while adding the pressure necessary to break the Thumper\u2019s heavy trigger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_7-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Lightweight and portable, with a hard-hitting cartridge, the 450 Thumper fills many roles. \" class=\"wp-image-126502\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Thumper\u2019s accuracy certainly exceeded my expectations. The average group size for the six different loads was just 1.5 inches. And the single best five-shot group came with Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX ammunition and measured just a hair over an inch. Two of Buffalo Bore\u2019s loads produced the most energy\u2014both over 2,500 fpe\u2014which would most assuredly ruin anyone\u2019s or anything\u2019s day if it was unlucky enough to connect with these bullets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>450 Thumper Recoil<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>At this point, you\u2019re probably wondering what the Thumper\u2019s recoil was like. I have to admit that it wasn\u2019t as bad as I anticipated. I had brought along a PAST Recoil Shield to protect my arthritic shoulder but, after firing a couple groups, took it off. The SB Tactical brace has a certain amount of give to it and acted almost like a recoil pad. Also, the wide area covered by the end of the brace helps dissipate the impact. Also aiding in reducing recoil is the fact that the Thumper is a gas-operated gun, and the recoil impulse is spread over a longer period, making it feel more like a push than a punch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The pistol\u2019s compensator is also very effective in reducing muzzle climb. That\u2019s the nicest thing I can say about it. Its ports are angled backwards, and the blast, as you might imagine, is substantial. Over the course of three hours of shooting the Thumper, the muzzle blast blew my notebook and pen, a half-empty box of .450 Bushmaster rounds, the battery compartment on my electronic hearing muffs and the protective acrylic LCD shield on my chronograph\u2019s terminal from the bench. In fact, this happened so many times that I started placing the terminal on my lap while shooting. With this compensator, the muzzle blast is obnoxious, and shooting one of these guns on a public range will make you immediately unpopular with shooters on either side of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry ships the Thumper with one five-round magazine. The .450 Bushmaster cartridges ride in the magazine single-stack style. The magazine body appears to be an unaltered 20-round AR magazine. Meanwhile, a follower redesign provides improved feeding. Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX loads fed flawlessly and provided good accuracy and respectable energy. The pistol\u2019s reliability with the hollow-point rounds and flat-nosed bullets wasn\u2019t as good, and if you use the Thumper for protection against dangerous game, you\u2019d be wise to experiment with a variety of loads to ensure 100-percent reliability before putting yourself in a position where your life depends on the gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Portable & Potent<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a lot to like about Windham Weaponry\u2019s Thumper. It packs a lot of power into a very portable, light and handy package. Further, it offers the user a degree of protection without being unduly cumbersome to tote. My test sample was accurate beyond belief and reliable with the rounds it preferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_1-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"The AR-style pistol includes an SB Tactical stabilizing brace. \" class=\"wp-image-126499\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most ARs, the Thumper can be accessorized with anything from ambidextrous safeties to tactical lights and lasers as well as sighting equipment. If rifle-like accuracy from a compact semi-auto that packs a serious punch appeals to you, give the Windham Weaponry Thumper a closer look. For more information, visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry 450 Thumper Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Caliber: .450 Bushmaster<\/li><li>Barrel: 9 inches<\/li><li>Overall Length: 26.25 inches<\/li><li>Overall Weight: 5.8 pounds (empty)<\/li><li>Grip: Hogue rubber<\/li><li>Sights: Magpul MBUS<\/li><li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto<\/li><li>Finish: Matte black<\/li><li>Overall Capacity: 5+1<\/li><li>MSRP: $1,254<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry Thumper Performance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Load<\/td><td>Velocity<\/td><td>Accuracy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 250 JHP<\/td><td>2,138<\/td><td>1.61<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 275 XPB<\/td><td>1,886<\/td><td>1.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 300 JHP <\/td><td>1,948<\/td><td>1.31<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 360 Hard-Cast FN<\/td><td>1,642<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DoubleTap 300 Bonded Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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Its overall length of 26.25 inches makes it easily stowable in a bush plane or backpack, or instantly accessible when worn with a single-point sling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re not familiar with the .450 Bushmaster cartridge, let me make some comparative examples. Even with the Thumper\u2019s short barrel, the loads I tested came in at 2,200 foot-pounds of energy (fpe) on average. The .45-70 Government that our great-great-grandfathers used to knock down buffalo generated about 1,300 fpe. That\u2019s a whopping 40-percent more energy out of a semi-auto gun! While the energy level is close to that of the .308 Winchester, the .450 Bushmaster, when loaded with the right projectile, is designed to impart its bone-crushing energy on target rather than drill through it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>A Closer Look<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>As with just about all AR-15s, the Thumper\u2019s receivers are machined from 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum before being hardcoat anodized. Windham outfits the pistol with a free-floating, 7-inch, M-LOK handguard with a full-length Picatinny rail on top. To stabilize the heavy, fat .450 Bushmaster projectiles, the medium-profile barrel has a 1-in-24-inch twist rate. The barrel also has a Melonite QPQ finish and, as I mentioned earlier, is fitted with a compensator. The gas block and tube are both covered by the handguard as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_2-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"With a 9-inch barrel and 26.25-inch overall length, the 450 Thumper remains nimble. \" class=\"wp-image-126500\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Folding Magpul MBUS sights are included along with a POF-USA end cap with a quick-detach sling swivel for use with a single-point sling. The Thumper also uses a Hogue beavertail pistol grip and, as mentioned before, comes equipped with an SB Tactical arm brace. Originally designed to help wounded warriors fire their AR pistols with one arm, this brace is made from a rubbery composite material that provides plenty of rigidity while maintaining a certain amount of flex.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My test sample also had a standard AR trigger with all the creep and overtravel we normally associate with a military-style unit, and it broke with 5.75 pounds of pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Rounds Downrange<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>On an early spring day, I drove out to my secluded shooting spot in the Sonoran Desert and set up my DOA Shooting Bench. This must-have piece of gear will give you the stability of a cement bench, yet it can still be packed away into just about any SUV. It takes less than two minutes to set up or tear down. I\u2019ve had mine for about two years now, and the convenience it provides has paid for itself many times over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I also used a Caldwell rifle rest to support the pistol\u2019s handguard on top of the bench. For the accuracy portion of the evaluation, I installed a Trijicon 1.25-4x24mm AccuPoint scope in an American Defense mount. Initially I set up my target at 25 yards to get the scope dialed in. Then, after firing two 3-shot sighting groups, I pushed my target back to 50 yards, where I fired the rest of my groups for record.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I fired five shots for each group, and three groups for each type of ammunition. The best groups show in the accompanying accuracy table. With the scope\u2019s magnification set on 4X, I placed the tip of the reticle\u2019s red chevron on the 2-inch-diameter Shoot-N-C paster while adding the pressure necessary to break the Thumper\u2019s heavy trigger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_7-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Lightweight and portable, with a hard-hitting cartridge, the 450 Thumper fills many roles. \" class=\"wp-image-126502\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Thumper\u2019s accuracy certainly exceeded my expectations. The average group size for the six different loads was just 1.5 inches. And the single best five-shot group came with Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX ammunition and measured just a hair over an inch. Two of Buffalo Bore\u2019s loads produced the most energy\u2014both over 2,500 fpe\u2014which would most assuredly ruin anyone\u2019s or anything\u2019s day if it was unlucky enough to connect with these bullets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>450 Thumper Recoil<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>At this point, you\u2019re probably wondering what the Thumper\u2019s recoil was like. I have to admit that it wasn\u2019t as bad as I anticipated. I had brought along a PAST Recoil Shield to protect my arthritic shoulder but, after firing a couple groups, took it off. The SB Tactical brace has a certain amount of give to it and acted almost like a recoil pad. Also, the wide area covered by the end of the brace helps dissipate the impact. Also aiding in reducing recoil is the fact that the Thumper is a gas-operated gun, and the recoil impulse is spread over a longer period, making it feel more like a push than a punch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The pistol\u2019s compensator is also very effective in reducing muzzle climb. That\u2019s the nicest thing I can say about it. Its ports are angled backwards, and the blast, as you might imagine, is substantial. Over the course of three hours of shooting the Thumper, the muzzle blast blew my notebook and pen, a half-empty box of .450 Bushmaster rounds, the battery compartment on my electronic hearing muffs and the protective acrylic LCD shield on my chronograph\u2019s terminal from the bench. In fact, this happened so many times that I started placing the terminal on my lap while shooting. With this compensator, the muzzle blast is obnoxious, and shooting one of these guns on a public range will make you immediately unpopular with shooters on either side of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry ships the Thumper with one five-round magazine. The .450 Bushmaster cartridges ride in the magazine single-stack style. The magazine body appears to be an unaltered 20-round AR magazine. Meanwhile, a follower redesign provides improved feeding. Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX loads fed flawlessly and provided good accuracy and respectable energy. The pistol\u2019s reliability with the hollow-point rounds and flat-nosed bullets wasn\u2019t as good, and if you use the Thumper for protection against dangerous game, you\u2019d be wise to experiment with a variety of loads to ensure 100-percent reliability before putting yourself in a position where your life depends on the gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Portable & Potent<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a lot to like about Windham Weaponry\u2019s Thumper. It packs a lot of power into a very portable, light and handy package. Further, it offers the user a degree of protection without being unduly cumbersome to tote. My test sample was accurate beyond belief and reliable with the rounds it preferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_1-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"The AR-style pistol includes an SB Tactical stabilizing brace. \" class=\"wp-image-126499\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most ARs, the Thumper can be accessorized with anything from ambidextrous safeties to tactical lights and lasers as well as sighting equipment. If rifle-like accuracy from a compact semi-auto that packs a serious punch appeals to you, give the Windham Weaponry Thumper a closer look. For more information, visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry 450 Thumper Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Caliber: .450 Bushmaster<\/li><li>Barrel: 9 inches<\/li><li>Overall Length: 26.25 inches<\/li><li>Overall Weight: 5.8 pounds (empty)<\/li><li>Grip: Hogue rubber<\/li><li>Sights: Magpul MBUS<\/li><li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto<\/li><li>Finish: Matte black<\/li><li>Overall Capacity: 5+1<\/li><li>MSRP: $1,254<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry Thumper Performance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Load<\/td><td>Velocity<\/td><td>Accuracy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 250 JHP<\/td><td>2,138<\/td><td>1.61<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 275 XPB<\/td><td>1,886<\/td><td>1.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 300 JHP <\/td><td>1,948<\/td><td>1.31<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 360 Hard-Cast FN<\/td><td>1,642<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DoubleTap 300 Bonded Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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Based on the AR-15 platform, the Windham Thumper uses the direct-impingement operating system and features an SB Tactical stabilizing brace at the rear. It\u2019s also short and handy, weighing in at just 5.8 pounds unloaded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 9-inch barrel is fitted with a very effective muzzle brake, so the Thumper is incredibly portable and would make an excellent choice for those who need bear protection without carrying a full-sized rifle. Its overall length of 26.25 inches makes it easily stowable in a bush plane or backpack, or instantly accessible when worn with a single-point sling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re not familiar with the .450 Bushmaster cartridge, let me make some comparative examples. Even with the Thumper\u2019s short barrel, the loads I tested came in at 2,200 foot-pounds of energy (fpe) on average. The .45-70 Government that our great-great-grandfathers used to knock down buffalo generated about 1,300 fpe. That\u2019s a whopping 40-percent more energy out of a semi-auto gun! While the energy level is close to that of the .308 Winchester, the .450 Bushmaster, when loaded with the right projectile, is designed to impart its bone-crushing energy on target rather than drill through it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>A Closer Look<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>As with just about all AR-15s, the Thumper\u2019s receivers are machined from 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum before being hardcoat anodized. Windham outfits the pistol with a free-floating, 7-inch, M-LOK handguard with a full-length Picatinny rail on top. To stabilize the heavy, fat .450 Bushmaster projectiles, the medium-profile barrel has a 1-in-24-inch twist rate. The barrel also has a Melonite QPQ finish and, as I mentioned earlier, is fitted with a compensator. The gas block and tube are both covered by the handguard as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_2-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"With a 9-inch barrel and 26.25-inch overall length, the 450 Thumper remains nimble. \" class=\"wp-image-126500\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Folding Magpul MBUS sights are included along with a POF-USA end cap with a quick-detach sling swivel for use with a single-point sling. The Thumper also uses a Hogue beavertail pistol grip and, as mentioned before, comes equipped with an SB Tactical arm brace. Originally designed to help wounded warriors fire their AR pistols with one arm, this brace is made from a rubbery composite material that provides plenty of rigidity while maintaining a certain amount of flex.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My test sample also had a standard AR trigger with all the creep and overtravel we normally associate with a military-style unit, and it broke with 5.75 pounds of pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Rounds Downrange<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>On an early spring day, I drove out to my secluded shooting spot in the Sonoran Desert and set up my DOA Shooting Bench. This must-have piece of gear will give you the stability of a cement bench, yet it can still be packed away into just about any SUV. It takes less than two minutes to set up or tear down. I\u2019ve had mine for about two years now, and the convenience it provides has paid for itself many times over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I also used a Caldwell rifle rest to support the pistol\u2019s handguard on top of the bench. For the accuracy portion of the evaluation, I installed a Trijicon 1.25-4x24mm AccuPoint scope in an American Defense mount. Initially I set up my target at 25 yards to get the scope dialed in. Then, after firing two 3-shot sighting groups, I pushed my target back to 50 yards, where I fired the rest of my groups for record.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I fired five shots for each group, and three groups for each type of ammunition. The best groups show in the accompanying accuracy table. With the scope\u2019s magnification set on 4X, I placed the tip of the reticle\u2019s red chevron on the 2-inch-diameter Shoot-N-C paster while adding the pressure necessary to break the Thumper\u2019s heavy trigger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_7-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Lightweight and portable, with a hard-hitting cartridge, the 450 Thumper fills many roles. \" class=\"wp-image-126502\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Thumper\u2019s accuracy certainly exceeded my expectations. The average group size for the six different loads was just 1.5 inches. And the single best five-shot group came with Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX ammunition and measured just a hair over an inch. Two of Buffalo Bore\u2019s loads produced the most energy\u2014both over 2,500 fpe\u2014which would most assuredly ruin anyone\u2019s or anything\u2019s day if it was unlucky enough to connect with these bullets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>450 Thumper Recoil<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>At this point, you\u2019re probably wondering what the Thumper\u2019s recoil was like. I have to admit that it wasn\u2019t as bad as I anticipated. I had brought along a PAST Recoil Shield to protect my arthritic shoulder but, after firing a couple groups, took it off. The SB Tactical brace has a certain amount of give to it and acted almost like a recoil pad. Also, the wide area covered by the end of the brace helps dissipate the impact. Also aiding in reducing recoil is the fact that the Thumper is a gas-operated gun, and the recoil impulse is spread over a longer period, making it feel more like a push than a punch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The pistol\u2019s compensator is also very effective in reducing muzzle climb. That\u2019s the nicest thing I can say about it. Its ports are angled backwards, and the blast, as you might imagine, is substantial. Over the course of three hours of shooting the Thumper, the muzzle blast blew my notebook and pen, a half-empty box of .450 Bushmaster rounds, the battery compartment on my electronic hearing muffs and the protective acrylic LCD shield on my chronograph\u2019s terminal from the bench. In fact, this happened so many times that I started placing the terminal on my lap while shooting. With this compensator, the muzzle blast is obnoxious, and shooting one of these guns on a public range will make you immediately unpopular with shooters on either side of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry ships the Thumper with one five-round magazine. The .450 Bushmaster cartridges ride in the magazine single-stack style. The magazine body appears to be an unaltered 20-round AR magazine. Meanwhile, a follower redesign provides improved feeding. Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX loads fed flawlessly and provided good accuracy and respectable energy. The pistol\u2019s reliability with the hollow-point rounds and flat-nosed bullets wasn\u2019t as good, and if you use the Thumper for protection against dangerous game, you\u2019d be wise to experiment with a variety of loads to ensure 100-percent reliability before putting yourself in a position where your life depends on the gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Portable & Potent<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a lot to like about Windham Weaponry\u2019s Thumper. It packs a lot of power into a very portable, light and handy package. Further, it offers the user a degree of protection without being unduly cumbersome to tote. My test sample was accurate beyond belief and reliable with the rounds it preferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_1-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"The AR-style pistol includes an SB Tactical stabilizing brace. \" class=\"wp-image-126499\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most ARs, the Thumper can be accessorized with anything from ambidextrous safeties to tactical lights and lasers as well as sighting equipment. If rifle-like accuracy from a compact semi-auto that packs a serious punch appeals to you, give the Windham Weaponry Thumper a closer look. For more information, visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry 450 Thumper Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Caliber: .450 Bushmaster<\/li><li>Barrel: 9 inches<\/li><li>Overall Length: 26.25 inches<\/li><li>Overall Weight: 5.8 pounds (empty)<\/li><li>Grip: Hogue rubber<\/li><li>Sights: Magpul MBUS<\/li><li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto<\/li><li>Finish: Matte black<\/li><li>Overall Capacity: 5+1<\/li><li>MSRP: $1,254<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry Thumper Performance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Load<\/td><td>Velocity<\/td><td>Accuracy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 250 JHP<\/td><td>2,138<\/td><td>1.61<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 275 XPB<\/td><td>1,886<\/td><td>1.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 300 JHP <\/td><td>1,948<\/td><td>1.31<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 360 Hard-Cast FN<\/td><td>1,642<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DoubleTap 300 Bonded Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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Based on the AR-15 platform, the Windham Thumper uses the direct-impingement operating system and features an SB Tactical stabilizing brace at the rear. It\u2019s also short and handy, weighing in at just 5.8 pounds unloaded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 9-inch barrel is fitted with a very effective muzzle brake, so the Thumper is incredibly portable and would make an excellent choice for those who need bear protection without carrying a full-sized rifle. Its overall length of 26.25 inches makes it easily stowable in a bush plane or backpack, or instantly accessible when worn with a single-point sling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re not familiar with the .450 Bushmaster cartridge, let me make some comparative examples. Even with the Thumper\u2019s short barrel, the loads I tested came in at 2,200 foot-pounds of energy (fpe) on average. The .45-70 Government that our great-great-grandfathers used to knock down buffalo generated about 1,300 fpe. That\u2019s a whopping 40-percent more energy out of a semi-auto gun! While the energy level is close to that of the .308 Winchester, the .450 Bushmaster, when loaded with the right projectile, is designed to impart its bone-crushing energy on target rather than drill through it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>A Closer Look<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>As with just about all AR-15s, the Thumper\u2019s receivers are machined from 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum before being hardcoat anodized. Windham outfits the pistol with a free-floating, 7-inch, M-LOK handguard with a full-length Picatinny rail on top. To stabilize the heavy, fat .450 Bushmaster projectiles, the medium-profile barrel has a 1-in-24-inch twist rate. The barrel also has a Melonite QPQ finish and, as I mentioned earlier, is fitted with a compensator. The gas block and tube are both covered by the handguard as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_2-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"With a 9-inch barrel and 26.25-inch overall length, the 450 Thumper remains nimble. \" class=\"wp-image-126500\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Folding Magpul MBUS sights are included along with a POF-USA end cap with a quick-detach sling swivel for use with a single-point sling. The Thumper also uses a Hogue beavertail pistol grip and, as mentioned before, comes equipped with an SB Tactical arm brace. Originally designed to help wounded warriors fire their AR pistols with one arm, this brace is made from a rubbery composite material that provides plenty of rigidity while maintaining a certain amount of flex.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My test sample also had a standard AR trigger with all the creep and overtravel we normally associate with a military-style unit, and it broke with 5.75 pounds of pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Rounds Downrange<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>On an early spring day, I drove out to my secluded shooting spot in the Sonoran Desert and set up my DOA Shooting Bench. This must-have piece of gear will give you the stability of a cement bench, yet it can still be packed away into just about any SUV. It takes less than two minutes to set up or tear down. I\u2019ve had mine for about two years now, and the convenience it provides has paid for itself many times over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I also used a Caldwell rifle rest to support the pistol\u2019s handguard on top of the bench. For the accuracy portion of the evaluation, I installed a Trijicon 1.25-4x24mm AccuPoint scope in an American Defense mount. Initially I set up my target at 25 yards to get the scope dialed in. Then, after firing two 3-shot sighting groups, I pushed my target back to 50 yards, where I fired the rest of my groups for record.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I fired five shots for each group, and three groups for each type of ammunition. The best groups show in the accompanying accuracy table. With the scope\u2019s magnification set on 4X, I placed the tip of the reticle\u2019s red chevron on the 2-inch-diameter Shoot-N-C paster while adding the pressure necessary to break the Thumper\u2019s heavy trigger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_7-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Lightweight and portable, with a hard-hitting cartridge, the 450 Thumper fills many roles. \" class=\"wp-image-126502\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Thumper\u2019s accuracy certainly exceeded my expectations. The average group size for the six different loads was just 1.5 inches. And the single best five-shot group came with Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX ammunition and measured just a hair over an inch. Two of Buffalo Bore\u2019s loads produced the most energy\u2014both over 2,500 fpe\u2014which would most assuredly ruin anyone\u2019s or anything\u2019s day if it was unlucky enough to connect with these bullets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>450 Thumper Recoil<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>At this point, you\u2019re probably wondering what the Thumper\u2019s recoil was like. I have to admit that it wasn\u2019t as bad as I anticipated. I had brought along a PAST Recoil Shield to protect my arthritic shoulder but, after firing a couple groups, took it off. The SB Tactical brace has a certain amount of give to it and acted almost like a recoil pad. Also, the wide area covered by the end of the brace helps dissipate the impact. Also aiding in reducing recoil is the fact that the Thumper is a gas-operated gun, and the recoil impulse is spread over a longer period, making it feel more like a push than a punch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The pistol\u2019s compensator is also very effective in reducing muzzle climb. That\u2019s the nicest thing I can say about it. Its ports are angled backwards, and the blast, as you might imagine, is substantial. Over the course of three hours of shooting the Thumper, the muzzle blast blew my notebook and pen, a half-empty box of .450 Bushmaster rounds, the battery compartment on my electronic hearing muffs and the protective acrylic LCD shield on my chronograph\u2019s terminal from the bench. In fact, this happened so many times that I started placing the terminal on my lap while shooting. With this compensator, the muzzle blast is obnoxious, and shooting one of these guns on a public range will make you immediately unpopular with shooters on either side of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry ships the Thumper with one five-round magazine. The .450 Bushmaster cartridges ride in the magazine single-stack style. The magazine body appears to be an unaltered 20-round AR magazine. Meanwhile, a follower redesign provides improved feeding. Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX loads fed flawlessly and provided good accuracy and respectable energy. The pistol\u2019s reliability with the hollow-point rounds and flat-nosed bullets wasn\u2019t as good, and if you use the Thumper for protection against dangerous game, you\u2019d be wise to experiment with a variety of loads to ensure 100-percent reliability before putting yourself in a position where your life depends on the gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Portable & Potent<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a lot to like about Windham Weaponry\u2019s Thumper. It packs a lot of power into a very portable, light and handy package. Further, it offers the user a degree of protection without being unduly cumbersome to tote. My test sample was accurate beyond belief and reliable with the rounds it preferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_1-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"The AR-style pistol includes an SB Tactical stabilizing brace. \" class=\"wp-image-126499\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most ARs, the Thumper can be accessorized with anything from ambidextrous safeties to tactical lights and lasers as well as sighting equipment. If rifle-like accuracy from a compact semi-auto that packs a serious punch appeals to you, give the Windham Weaponry Thumper a closer look. For more information, visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry 450 Thumper Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Caliber: .450 Bushmaster<\/li><li>Barrel: 9 inches<\/li><li>Overall Length: 26.25 inches<\/li><li>Overall Weight: 5.8 pounds (empty)<\/li><li>Grip: Hogue rubber<\/li><li>Sights: Magpul MBUS<\/li><li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto<\/li><li>Finish: Matte black<\/li><li>Overall Capacity: 5+1<\/li><li>MSRP: $1,254<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry Thumper Performance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Load<\/td><td>Velocity<\/td><td>Accuracy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 250 JHP<\/td><td>2,138<\/td><td>1.61<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 275 XPB<\/td><td>1,886<\/td><td>1.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 300 JHP <\/td><td>1,948<\/td><td>1.31<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 360 Hard-Cast FN<\/td><td>1,642<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DoubleTap 300 Bonded Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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class="elementor-column elementor-col-12 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-31c4fa88" data-id="31c4fa88" data-element_type="column"> <div class="elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated"> <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-4129fd94 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image" data-id="4129fd94" data-element_type="widget" data-widget_type="image.default"> <div class="elementor-widget-container"> <a href="https://dev.athlonoutdoors.com/tag/american-frontiersman-magazine/"> <img width="184" height="47" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20184%2047'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src="https://dev.athlonoutdoors.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/AF_LOGO-184x47-1.png?x78515" class="attachment-large size-large wp-image-60099 lazy" alt="American Frontiersman" data-srcset="https://dev.athlonoutdoors.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/AF_LOGO-184x47-1.png 184w, 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It was to be a short and light medium-range <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/cat\/guns\/rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">carbine<\/a> that used 20-round magazines and provided more power than either the .45 ACP or .30 Carbine could provide. It needed to be accurate at realistic combat engagement distances with a maximum range of 300 yards. At the time, Cooper opined that the semi-automatic Ruger .44 Magnum Deerslayer was the closest thing to what he envisioned. Today the AR platform chambers the would-be, hard-hitting 450 Thumper. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Windham Weaponry 450 Thumper Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I recently got my hands on Windham Weaponry\u2019s Thumper in .450 Bushmaster, and it made me wonder what the good colonel would think if he were here to handle and shoot the pistol. Based on the AR-15 platform, the Windham Thumper uses the direct-impingement operating system and features an SB Tactical stabilizing brace at the rear. It\u2019s also short and handy, weighing in at just 5.8 pounds unloaded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 9-inch barrel is fitted with a very effective muzzle brake, so the Thumper is incredibly portable and would make an excellent choice for those who need bear protection without carrying a full-sized rifle. Its overall length of 26.25 inches makes it easily stowable in a bush plane or backpack, or instantly accessible when worn with a single-point sling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re not familiar with the .450 Bushmaster cartridge, let me make some comparative examples. Even with the Thumper\u2019s short barrel, the loads I tested came in at 2,200 foot-pounds of energy (fpe) on average. The .45-70 Government that our great-great-grandfathers used to knock down buffalo generated about 1,300 fpe. That\u2019s a whopping 40-percent more energy out of a semi-auto gun! While the energy level is close to that of the .308 Winchester, the .450 Bushmaster, when loaded with the right projectile, is designed to impart its bone-crushing energy on target rather than drill through it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>A Closer Look<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>As with just about all AR-15s, the Thumper\u2019s receivers are machined from 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum before being hardcoat anodized. Windham outfits the pistol with a free-floating, 7-inch, M-LOK handguard with a full-length Picatinny rail on top. To stabilize the heavy, fat .450 Bushmaster projectiles, the medium-profile barrel has a 1-in-24-inch twist rate. The barrel also has a Melonite QPQ finish and, as I mentioned earlier, is fitted with a compensator. The gas block and tube are both covered by the handguard as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_2-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"With a 9-inch barrel and 26.25-inch overall length, the 450 Thumper remains nimble. \" class=\"wp-image-126500\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Folding Magpul MBUS sights are included along with a POF-USA end cap with a quick-detach sling swivel for use with a single-point sling. The Thumper also uses a Hogue beavertail pistol grip and, as mentioned before, comes equipped with an SB Tactical arm brace. Originally designed to help wounded warriors fire their AR pistols with one arm, this brace is made from a rubbery composite material that provides plenty of rigidity while maintaining a certain amount of flex.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My test sample also had a standard AR trigger with all the creep and overtravel we normally associate with a military-style unit, and it broke with 5.75 pounds of pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Rounds Downrange<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>On an early spring day, I drove out to my secluded shooting spot in the Sonoran Desert and set up my DOA Shooting Bench. This must-have piece of gear will give you the stability of a cement bench, yet it can still be packed away into just about any SUV. It takes less than two minutes to set up or tear down. I\u2019ve had mine for about two years now, and the convenience it provides has paid for itself many times over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I also used a Caldwell rifle rest to support the pistol\u2019s handguard on top of the bench. For the accuracy portion of the evaluation, I installed a Trijicon 1.25-4x24mm AccuPoint scope in an American Defense mount. Initially I set up my target at 25 yards to get the scope dialed in. Then, after firing two 3-shot sighting groups, I pushed my target back to 50 yards, where I fired the rest of my groups for record.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I fired five shots for each group, and three groups for each type of ammunition. The best groups show in the accompanying accuracy table. With the scope\u2019s magnification set on 4X, I placed the tip of the reticle\u2019s red chevron on the 2-inch-diameter Shoot-N-C paster while adding the pressure necessary to break the Thumper\u2019s heavy trigger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_7-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Lightweight and portable, with a hard-hitting cartridge, the 450 Thumper fills many roles. \" class=\"wp-image-126502\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Thumper\u2019s accuracy certainly exceeded my expectations. The average group size for the six different loads was just 1.5 inches. And the single best five-shot group came with Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX ammunition and measured just a hair over an inch. Two of Buffalo Bore\u2019s loads produced the most energy\u2014both over 2,500 fpe\u2014which would most assuredly ruin anyone\u2019s or anything\u2019s day if it was unlucky enough to connect with these bullets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>450 Thumper Recoil<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>At this point, you\u2019re probably wondering what the Thumper\u2019s recoil was like. I have to admit that it wasn\u2019t as bad as I anticipated. I had brought along a PAST Recoil Shield to protect my arthritic shoulder but, after firing a couple groups, took it off. The SB Tactical brace has a certain amount of give to it and acted almost like a recoil pad. Also, the wide area covered by the end of the brace helps dissipate the impact. Also aiding in reducing recoil is the fact that the Thumper is a gas-operated gun, and the recoil impulse is spread over a longer period, making it feel more like a push than a punch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The pistol\u2019s compensator is also very effective in reducing muzzle climb. That\u2019s the nicest thing I can say about it. Its ports are angled backwards, and the blast, as you might imagine, is substantial. Over the course of three hours of shooting the Thumper, the muzzle blast blew my notebook and pen, a half-empty box of .450 Bushmaster rounds, the battery compartment on my electronic hearing muffs and the protective acrylic LCD shield on my chronograph\u2019s terminal from the bench. In fact, this happened so many times that I started placing the terminal on my lap while shooting. With this compensator, the muzzle blast is obnoxious, and shooting one of these guns on a public range will make you immediately unpopular with shooters on either side of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry ships the Thumper with one five-round magazine. The .450 Bushmaster cartridges ride in the magazine single-stack style. The magazine body appears to be an unaltered 20-round AR magazine. Meanwhile, a follower redesign provides improved feeding. Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX loads fed flawlessly and provided good accuracy and respectable energy. The pistol\u2019s reliability with the hollow-point rounds and flat-nosed bullets wasn\u2019t as good, and if you use the Thumper for protection against dangerous game, you\u2019d be wise to experiment with a variety of loads to ensure 100-percent reliability before putting yourself in a position where your life depends on the gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Portable & Potent<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a lot to like about Windham Weaponry\u2019s Thumper. It packs a lot of power into a very portable, light and handy package. Further, it offers the user a degree of protection without being unduly cumbersome to tote. My test sample was accurate beyond belief and reliable with the rounds it preferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_1-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"The AR-style pistol includes an SB Tactical stabilizing brace. \" class=\"wp-image-126499\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most ARs, the Thumper can be accessorized with anything from ambidextrous safeties to tactical lights and lasers as well as sighting equipment. If rifle-like accuracy from a compact semi-auto that packs a serious punch appeals to you, give the Windham Weaponry Thumper a closer look. For more information, visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry 450 Thumper Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Caliber: .450 Bushmaster<\/li><li>Barrel: 9 inches<\/li><li>Overall Length: 26.25 inches<\/li><li>Overall Weight: 5.8 pounds (empty)<\/li><li>Grip: Hogue rubber<\/li><li>Sights: Magpul MBUS<\/li><li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto<\/li><li>Finish: Matte black<\/li><li>Overall Capacity: 5+1<\/li><li>MSRP: $1,254<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry Thumper Performance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Load<\/td><td>Velocity<\/td><td>Accuracy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 250 JHP<\/td><td>2,138<\/td><td>1.61<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 275 XPB<\/td><td>1,886<\/td><td>1.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 300 JHP <\/td><td>1,948<\/td><td>1.31<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 360 Hard-Cast FN<\/td><td>1,642<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DoubleTap 300 Bonded Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img class="lazy" src="data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201%201'%3E%3C/svg%3E" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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11:12:05","post_date_gmt":"2020-11-06 16:12:05","post_content":"\n<p>In the 1990s, Colonel Jeff Cooper conceptualized a gun that he called the \u201cThumper\u201d for infantrymen. It was to be a short and light medium-range <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/cat\/guns\/rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">carbine<\/a> that used 20-round magazines and provided more power than either the .45 ACP or .30 Carbine could provide. It needed to be accurate at realistic combat engagement distances with a maximum range of 300 yards. At the time, Cooper opined that the semi-automatic Ruger .44 Magnum Deerslayer was the closest thing to what he envisioned. Today the AR platform chambers the would-be, hard-hitting 450 Thumper. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry 450 Thumper Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I recently got my hands on Windham Weaponry\u2019s Thumper in .450 Bushmaster, and it made me wonder what the good colonel would think if he were here to handle and shoot the pistol. Based on the AR-15 platform, the Windham Thumper uses the direct-impingement operating system and features an SB Tactical stabilizing brace at the rear. It\u2019s also short and handy, weighing in at just 5.8 pounds unloaded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 9-inch barrel is fitted with a very effective muzzle brake, so the Thumper is incredibly portable and would make an excellent choice for those who need bear protection without carrying a full-sized rifle. Its overall length of 26.25 inches makes it easily stowable in a bush plane or backpack, or instantly accessible when worn with a single-point sling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re not familiar with the .450 Bushmaster cartridge, let me make some comparative examples. Even with the Thumper\u2019s short barrel, the loads I tested came in at 2,200 foot-pounds of energy (fpe) on average. The .45-70 Government that our great-great-grandfathers used to knock down buffalo generated about 1,300 fpe. That\u2019s a whopping 40-percent more energy out of a semi-auto gun! While the energy level is close to that of the .308 Winchester, the .450 Bushmaster, when loaded with the right projectile, is designed to impart its bone-crushing energy on target rather than drill through it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>A Closer Look<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>As with just about all AR-15s, the Thumper\u2019s receivers are machined from 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum before being hardcoat anodized. Windham outfits the pistol with a free-floating, 7-inch, M-LOK handguard with a full-length Picatinny rail on top. To stabilize the heavy, fat .450 Bushmaster projectiles, the medium-profile barrel has a 1-in-24-inch twist rate. The barrel also has a Melonite QPQ finish and, as I mentioned earlier, is fitted with a compensator. The gas block and tube are both covered by the handguard as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_2-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"With a 9-inch barrel and 26.25-inch overall length, the 450 Thumper remains nimble. \" class=\"wp-image-126500\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Folding Magpul MBUS sights are included along with a POF-USA end cap with a quick-detach sling swivel for use with a single-point sling. The Thumper also uses a Hogue beavertail pistol grip and, as mentioned before, comes equipped with an SB Tactical arm brace. Originally designed to help wounded warriors fire their AR pistols with one arm, this brace is made from a rubbery composite material that provides plenty of rigidity while maintaining a certain amount of flex.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My test sample also had a standard AR trigger with all the creep and overtravel we normally associate with a military-style unit, and it broke with 5.75 pounds of pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Rounds Downrange<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>On an early spring day, I drove out to my secluded shooting spot in the Sonoran Desert and set up my DOA Shooting Bench. This must-have piece of gear will give you the stability of a cement bench, yet it can still be packed away into just about any SUV. It takes less than two minutes to set up or tear down. I\u2019ve had mine for about two years now, and the convenience it provides has paid for itself many times over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I also used a Caldwell rifle rest to support the pistol\u2019s handguard on top of the bench. For the accuracy portion of the evaluation, I installed a Trijicon 1.25-4x24mm AccuPoint scope in an American Defense mount. Initially I set up my target at 25 yards to get the scope dialed in. Then, after firing two 3-shot sighting groups, I pushed my target back to 50 yards, where I fired the rest of my groups for record.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I fired five shots for each group, and three groups for each type of ammunition. The best groups show in the accompanying accuracy table. With the scope\u2019s magnification set on 4X, I placed the tip of the reticle\u2019s red chevron on the 2-inch-diameter Shoot-N-C paster while adding the pressure necessary to break the Thumper\u2019s heavy trigger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_7-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Lightweight and portable, with a hard-hitting cartridge, the 450 Thumper fills many roles. \" class=\"wp-image-126502\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Thumper\u2019s accuracy certainly exceeded my expectations. The average group size for the six different loads was just 1.5 inches. And the single best five-shot group came with Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX ammunition and measured just a hair over an inch. Two of Buffalo Bore\u2019s loads produced the most energy\u2014both over 2,500 fpe\u2014which would most assuredly ruin anyone\u2019s or anything\u2019s day if it was unlucky enough to connect with these bullets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>450 Thumper Recoil<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>At this point, you\u2019re probably wondering what the Thumper\u2019s recoil was like. I have to admit that it wasn\u2019t as bad as I anticipated. I had brought along a PAST Recoil Shield to protect my arthritic shoulder but, after firing a couple groups, took it off. The SB Tactical brace has a certain amount of give to it and acted almost like a recoil pad. Also, the wide area covered by the end of the brace helps dissipate the impact. Also aiding in reducing recoil is the fact that the Thumper is a gas-operated gun, and the recoil impulse is spread over a longer period, making it feel more like a push than a punch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The pistol\u2019s compensator is also very effective in reducing muzzle climb. That\u2019s the nicest thing I can say about it. Its ports are angled backwards, and the blast, as you might imagine, is substantial. Over the course of three hours of shooting the Thumper, the muzzle blast blew my notebook and pen, a half-empty box of .450 Bushmaster rounds, the battery compartment on my electronic hearing muffs and the protective acrylic LCD shield on my chronograph\u2019s terminal from the bench. In fact, this happened so many times that I started placing the terminal on my lap while shooting. With this compensator, the muzzle blast is obnoxious, and shooting one of these guns on a public range will make you immediately unpopular with shooters on either side of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry ships the Thumper with one five-round magazine. The .450 Bushmaster cartridges ride in the magazine single-stack style. The magazine body appears to be an unaltered 20-round AR magazine. Meanwhile, a follower redesign provides improved feeding. Hornady\u2019s 250-grain FTX loads fed flawlessly and provided good accuracy and respectable energy. The pistol\u2019s reliability with the hollow-point rounds and flat-nosed bullets wasn\u2019t as good, and if you use the Thumper for protection against dangerous game, you\u2019d be wise to experiment with a variety of loads to ensure 100-percent reliability before putting yourself in a position where your life depends on the gun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Portable & Potent<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a lot to like about Windham Weaponry\u2019s Thumper. It packs a lot of power into a very portable, light and handy package. Further, it offers the user a degree of protection without being unduly cumbersome to tote. My test sample was accurate beyond belief and reliable with the rounds it preferred.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/WINDHAM__450_thumper_1-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"The AR-style pistol includes an SB Tactical stabilizing brace. \" class=\"wp-image-126499\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Like most ARs, the Thumper can be accessorized with anything from ambidextrous safeties to tactical lights and lasers as well as sighting equipment. If rifle-like accuracy from a compact semi-auto that packs a serious punch appeals to you, give the Windham Weaponry Thumper a closer look. For more information, visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry 450 Thumper Specs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Caliber: .450 Bushmaster<\/li><li>Barrel: 9 inches<\/li><li>Overall Length: 26.25 inches<\/li><li>Overall Weight: 5.8 pounds (empty)<\/li><li>Grip: Hogue rubber<\/li><li>Sights: Magpul MBUS<\/li><li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto<\/li><li>Finish: Matte black<\/li><li>Overall Capacity: 5+1<\/li><li>MSRP: $1,254<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4>Windham Weaponry Thumper Performance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Load<\/td><td>Velocity<\/td><td>Accuracy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 250 JHP<\/td><td>2,138<\/td><td>1.61<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 275 XPB<\/td><td>1,886<\/td><td>1.63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 300 JHP <\/td><td>1,948<\/td><td>1.31<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalo Bore 360 Hard-Cast FN<\/td><td>1,642<\/td><td>1.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DoubleTap 300 Bonded Hunter<\/td><td>1,675<\/td><td>1.44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 250 FTX<\/td><td>2,043<\/td><td>1.06<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","post_title":"450 Thumper: Windham Weaponry's Portable AR Pistol in .450 Bushmaster","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 10:32:40","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/11\/06\/450-thumper-windham-weaponry-pistol\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":2492,"post_author":"705","post_date":"2020-09-14 06:00:00","post_date_gmt":"2020-09-14 10:00:00","post_content":"\n<p>The only useful gun is the one you have with you when you need it. Selecting a <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/bug-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bug-out<\/a>-bag (BOB) gun is an exercise in extreme compromise to best address your individual requirements. It needs to protect and feed you and be light and compact enough to carry on your back along with all the ammo you\u2019ll need as you leave trouble behind. Chances are good that you\u2019ll be heading for less populated rural or wilderness areas and thus any resupply will be through barter or fortuitous discovery, so your BOB gun should be in a common caliber. Leveraging the modularity of the AR is probably the best way to minimize your compromises. This brings us to the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry put a lot of thought and engineering into the BOB gun concept, the result being the MCS (Multi-Caliber System) rifle and a complete BOB system ready to stow in your trunk or closet until that terrible moment when you hear those three piercing, warbling tones that announce the Emergency Broadcast System on the radio. The BOB system includes a .22 LR\/9mm\/5.56mm adaptable carbine fitted into a rugged and spacious nylon backpack with some basic emergency supplies and room for plenty more. It\u2019s a turnkey solution with an MSRP of $2,495. That might seem like a lot until you consider Windham Weaponry\u2019s high quality and start adding up what you get for your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>A Unique Two-Part Lower Receiver<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the Windham Weaponry BOB system is the MCS carbine, which is based on patents the company acquired to develop an accurate, strong, simple, multi-caliber takedown AR system exceptionally well suited to the needs of the survivalist. The MCS advances the AR\u2019s modularity by allowing the shooter to change barrels (rather than complete uppers) and magazine wells quickly and easily to set the gun up for 5.56mm, 300 Blackout, 9mm, 7.62x39mm and .450 Bushmaster. The key to the MCS is a unique upper and lower receiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Lower<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The lower receiver is in two parts: A universal trigger group and interchangeable magazine wells. This isn\u2019t a normal receiver cut in half; it uses two separate forgings for strength and a slot and groove joint at the connection. The magazine release and the front triggerguard pin hold the magazine well in place. It is installed from above with the upper removed. Roll pins at the top of the slots in the magazine-well forging prevent it from sliding down and off the lower. It takes less time to swap mag wells than it does to explain the process. There\u2019s some wiggle in it, but it is greatly diminished with the upper attached, and you would have to feel for it to notice it at all. Most ARs have a little wiggle between the upper and lower, and this one is tighter than many.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-right-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, right\" class=\"wp-image-14139\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have no concerns about the strength and wear resistance of the receiver connection joint. Between the use of forgings and surface-hardening anodizing, I wouldn\u2019t expect the joint to loosen up in my lifetime, even if I changed the magazine well twice a day. However, the trigger group portion of the lower is more susceptible to cracking damage from dry firing without the bolt in place than a standard one-piece receiver because the web where the hammer falls is about half as thick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>The Upper<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The flattop upper-receiver forging has a massive 2.26-inch-diameter boss on the front that supports the dual-latch barrel-mounting mechanism and serves as an exceptionally rigid and strong mounting and indexing base for a 6-inch free-floating aluminum handguard with an Mil-Std-1913 rail at 12, 3, 6 and 9 o\u2019clock. Short of a monolithic receiver, I don\u2019t think there\u2019s a stronger handguard setup than this. The handguard is held in tight-fitting upper and lower indexing slots with four Allen screws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windham Weaponry clamped the barrel into the receiver with two arms that rotate twin claws around the rim of the barrel extension. The arms are squeezed and held tightly in position by a polymer barrel retainer; it slides over them along the bottom 1913 rail. The retainer is held tight with a heavy wire bail that snaps over the tops of the locking arm pivots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Removing the bail is the hardest part of changing the barrel. It\u2019s virtually impossible to do with your fingers alone, but it\u2019s easy with a screwdriver for leverage. As loose as the barrel feels before you slide the polymer retainer on, it\u2019s amazing how solid it is when locked down. I detected no wiggle. More importantly, during my accuracy tests at 50 and 100 yards, there was no observable point-of-impact shift from removing and reinstalling the barrel, regardless of which arm was turned first. That\u2019s some precision machine work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Adding Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognizing that shooters have their own muzzle-device and sight-system preferences, the BOB MCS comes with an A1 or A2 birdcage flash-suppressor and no sights. A survival gun is not a sporting arm. The demands placed on it to live outdoors in all weather and endure rough handling give it more kinship with military arms. Strong iron sights are close to indestructible but relying on them for primary sighting is foolish when there are so many solid optics to choose from that can help compensate for shooter inexperience and the physical limits of your vision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Red Dots<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>A red-dot sight is easier to use in fast shooting than iron sights or conventional scopes because it doesn\u2019t obstruct as much target area, permits the shooter to focus completely on the target and doesn\u2019t need a precise cheekweld on the stock or specific eye-relief distance to aim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-left-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB multi caliber system rifle, left\" class=\"wp-image-14138\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The tough and compact Bushnell 1x25mm Mini Cannon red-dot sight is a great choice for a survival application. It weighs 6 ounces and is 3 inches long, both shockproof and waterproof when submerged and nitrogen filled so it won\u2019t fog up when the temperature or humidity changes. It has four reticle options (dot, circle and dot, crosshair and dot, circle crosshair and dot) with 11 brightness levels controlled by two buttons. Powered by a single lithium-ion CR2032 battery, it can run for an average 2,100 hours at medium brightness (setting 6). That\u2019s a lot of battery life. A CR2032 cost around $2, so it\u2019s feasible to pack enough without breaking your back or the bank. The sight has two capped turrets and 0.5-MOA click adjustments you can make with the rim of a cartridge case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The red-dot\u2019s lack of magnification is advantageous in close-range tactical encounters but a disadvantage while hunting, so I added a Bushnell 3X magnifier behind it. It\u2019s just as rugged as the sight and includes a heavy-duty, spring-loaded, one-hand-operated swinging mount that holds it solidly in place or off 90 degrees to the side where it can be used as an independent monocular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Lasers & Lights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing beats a laser sight for close-range, indoor and low-light tactical encounters. In darkness, a tactical light is a must for effective aimed fire. Without a light, you\u2019re shooting blind. Crimson Trace\u2019s wireless LiNQ combination green laser sight and 300-lumen tactical light covered both requirements in a compact, simple-to-use system unfettered by wires and pressure pads that adds only 6.4 ounces to the rifle. The LiNQ consists of a 2.5-inch-long aluminum-cased light\/laser unit and a special pistol grip that controls both on\/off and the four modes of operation (laser only, light only, light and laser, laser and strobe).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The LiNQ has the durability and water resistance for rugged outdoor use. It can withstand immersion in a meter of water for half an hour, and if you can\u2019t figure out how to get above water in 30 minutes, you probably aren\u2019t going to survive anyway. It operates on two lithium-ion CR123 batteries providing two hours of light. I mounted the LiNQ\u2019s light\/laser unit on the bottom front handguard rail where it served to prevent the polymer barrel retainer from slipping off the front of the handguard while changing barrels and provided a nest for my supporting hand while shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Brass Catcher<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The final accessory I added was a Tactical Brass Recovery (TBR) Operator Model brass catcher because handloading your own ammo after the fall of civilization requires components, and there won\u2019t be any brass-drawing mills in operation. The TBR is the only brass catcher I\u2019ve ever used that\u2019s practical for field use and really works. It mounts to your 3 o\u2019clock 1913 rail with a secure, quick-detachable fixture, and it\u2019s designed to fold flat to save space in your gun case and swing out of the way when not needed. At 14 ounces (plus the salvaged brass), it\u2019s no lightweight, but it\u2019s tough and top quality. But when the situation allows, I want it to conserve the spent cases I need to keep my gun shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Range Testing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/windham-weaponty-rmcs-bob-test-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Multi-caliber system rifle, test, bug out rifle\" class=\"wp-image-14140\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB comes equipped for 9mm (close-in defense), .22 LR (small game) and 5.56mm (large game\/long-range defense). The base rifle has a direct-impingement 16-inch, 1-in-9-inch twist, chrome-lined M4-profile barrel, a minimalist Mission First Tactical six-position buttstock and an aluminum 30-round magazine. It packs in the rear section of the backpack with the upper and lower separated. The 9mm adaptation uses a separate buffer, bolt, 1-in-10-inch twist Melonite-finished barrel, magazine well and Colt-style steel 9mm magazine. The .22 LR uses a CMMG adapter and magazine. Each of these components is secured by straps or repositionable pockets inside the pack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Three Different Zeros<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To address the varying points of impact of 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56mm, I zeroed the laser for 50 yards with Black Hills Honey Badger 124-grain 9mm. (This Phillips screwdriver-like-tipped, solid-copper bullet has better penetration than hollow points with just as much tissue disruption and shoots quite accurately in the MCS.) The green laser helps for quick, close-range shots from any position. At longer range, I could pick up the green laser dot through the Mini Cannon optic with or without the 3X magnifier in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it can be hard to spot a squirrel beyond 50 yards, I also zeroed for .22 LR at that range (but with the red-dot sight) and marked the zero on the turret base. I found my most accurate .22 LR shot about 7 inches higher than the 9mm at 50 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I zeroed for 5.56mm at 100 yards on the red-dot, too, and marked the turret base. As a point of reference, the lighter and faster the bullet, the flatter it shoots; so, at 50 yards, the 5.56mm hit 13.75 inches higher than the 9mm zero and 3.75 inches higher than the .22 LR. At 100 yards, the 5.56mm hit 5 inches above my 50-yard .22 LR zero. The most accurate 5.56mm load was Federal American Eagle 50-grain JHP Varmint and Predator. Though a light bullet for deer, it was among the fastest at an average of 3,000 feet per second and patterned 1.39-inch groups. Black Hills 60 SP was nearly as accurate, averaging 2,821 feet per second with 1.76-inch groups. Both were plenty accurate for precise shots at 100 yards with the 3X-magnified red-dot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Final Thoughts on the Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MCS rifle is impressive, and it tends to overshadow the rest of the Windham Weaponry BOB system. The backpack itself, a special build for Windham by Elite Survival Systems, is well designed with plenty of room for extra supplies. It has a padded, vented back with chest and waist straps. In addition, the 35-item mini survival kit inside is fairly comprehensive for short-term use. It includes medical, fishing and trapping, navigation, fire-starting and shelter, water-purification and general-repair elements. For more information, please visit <a aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a><em>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Specs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Caliber: <\/strong>9mm, .22 LR, 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Barrel: <\/strong>16 inches<\/li><li><strong>Overall Length:<\/strong>  36 inches<\/li><li><strong>Weight:<\/strong> 7.35 pounds (empty) in 9mm or 9.94 pounds with pictured accessories<\/li><li><strong>Stock:<\/strong> Mission First Tactical minimalist six-position buttstock; A2 black plastic pistol grip<\/li><li><strong>Sights:<\/strong> None<\/li><li><strong>Action:<\/strong> Semi-Automatic; blowback for 9mm and .22 LR; direct-impingement for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>Finish:<\/strong> Black hardcoat anodized<\/li><li><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 20+1 for 9mm; 25+1 for .22 LR; 30+1 for 5.56mm<\/li><li><strong>MSRP:<\/strong> $2,495<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>9mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 125 Honey Badger<\/td><td>1,010<\/td><td>2.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle 124 JHP<\/td><td>1,152<\/td><td>4.75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hornady 124 XTP JHP<\/td><td>1,220<\/td><td>1.38<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>.22 LR<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Lightning 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,229<\/td><td>1.47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Winchester M22 40 Black Copper Plated RN<\/td><td>1,150<\/td><td>1.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wolf Match Target 40 LRN<\/td><td>1,052<\/td><td>0.83<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5.56mm<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Velocity<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Accuracy<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Barnul Steel Case 55 JSP BT<\/td><td>2,937<\/td><td>2.96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Black Hills 60 JSP<\/td><td>2,821<\/td><td>1.37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal American Eagle Varmint & Predator 50 JHP<\/td><td>3,000<\/td><td>1.13<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best five-shot groups at 50 yards for 9mm and .22 LR and at 100 yards for 5.56mm.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>This article is from the fall 2020 issue of Survivor's Edge Magazine. Print and digital copies available at <\/strong><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/outdoorgroupstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><em>Outdoorgroupstore.com<\/em><\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Windham Weaponry RMCS-BOB: A Multi-Cal Rifle in 9mm, .22 LR and 5.56","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2024-12-02 14:46:14","post_modified_gmt":"2024-12-02 19:46:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2020\/09\/14\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-bob-review\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130224,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-10-09 07:00:26","post_date_gmt":"2018-10-09 11:00:26","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine and GMC Pistol have arrived with one long-requested feature: being compatible with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/glock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glock<\/a> magazines.\r\n\r\nWindham says the new options are geared toward Glock enthusiasts and law enforcement officials.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"198165\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine & GMC Pistol Features<\/h3>\r\nOne of the key details of these firearms is the bolt hold back feature. When the last round is fired, the bolt will lock back and stay open, showing that the firearm is unloaded.\r\n\r\n\"The\u00a0bolt hold back feature many 9mm fans have found hard to find at a reasonable price point,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham Weaponry's Vice President of Sales and Marketing.\r\n\r\nAdditional features on the rifle include a 16-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a 13-inch Windham Weaponry free-floating M-LOK handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a six-position telescoping buttstock.\r\n\r\nThe pistol features a 9-inch barrel with Melonite QPQ finish; a mil-spec buffer tube; a 7-inch Windham Weaponry M-LOK free-floating handguard with a 2-inch rail section; and a five-position SB Tactical arm brace.\r\n\r\nThe lowers on both are made from 7075 T6 aircraft aluminum billet, while the barrels are made from 4150 chrome moly Vanadium 11595E steel. Both lowers feature mil-standard type III hard coat anodize black finishes.\r\n\r\nMSRP on the Carbine is $1,360, while MSRP on the GMC Pistol is $1,283.25.\r\n\r\nTo purchase these rifles or any Windham Weaponry firearms, please contact your local FFL dealer.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm Carbine Specs<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"fusion-li-item-content\">\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches (406.4mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: 8620 steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 6-Position Telescoping Buttstock<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 13-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Floating Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight:\u00a06.72 pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 34.5 inches (30.75 inches with telestock collapsed)<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry 9mm GMC Pistol Specs<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Blowback System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity:\u00a017 + 1 \u2013 Ships with one 17-Round Magpul Magazine (accepts all Glock-compatible mags)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Material: Billet 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Integral Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish:\u00a0Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 9 inches (228.6mm) Melonite QPQ Finish with 1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I. Thread Protector<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 4150 Chrome Moly Vanadium 11595E Steel with Melonite QPQ (Salt Bath Nitride) finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 10\u2033 (254mm) \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: 5-Position SB Tactical Arm Brace<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: 7-inch Windham Weaponry Free-Float Railed Handguard with 2-inch rail section<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip:\u00a0A2 Black Plastic Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 5.8pounds without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 24.75\u00a0inches<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Releases Glock Mag Compatible 9mm Carbine, Pistol","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:15","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/10\/09\/windham-weaponry-9mm-carbine-glock\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":130614,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-08-22 09:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2018-08-22 13:00:57","post_content":"\r\n\r\nMaine-based Windham Weaponry has announced that\u2014for the first time in its history\u2014it is selling both stripped and complete lowers.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"168855\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry's Lowers<\/h3>\r\nBoth lowers are constructed from\u00a07075 T6 aircraft aluminum and boast a Mil-Spec Type III hard coat anodized black finish. The stripped lower features a\u00a0.154\" hammer\/trigger, as well as .250\" pivot and takedown pin holes. All you need is a Mil-Spec lower parts kit and a buttstock assembly to finish this up for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/rifle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rifle<\/a> build.\r\n\r\nThe next step up is the complete lower. This model comes fully assembled, with all internal components and a six-position adjustable stock. The fire control group is a single state Mil-Spec setup. The buttstock utilizes a commercial buffer tube. The company touts this as a \"great way to get your next rifle build off to a solid and reliable start.\"\r\n\r\nIn the presser, Windham says it decided to enter this particular category due to customer demand.\r\n\r\n\"This is our seventh year in business, and after the requests of many customers and dealers, we've decided to start selling lowers so customers can build their own custom Windham,\" said Mark Eliason, Windham's VP of sales and marketing.\r\n\r\n\"Where there are so many options available, we wanted to give our customers the opportunity to add the features they prefer,\" Eliason added.\r\n\r\nThe MSRP for the stripped lower is\u00a0$105, while the complete version is priced at\u00a0$260. Both lowers are covered under Windham's lifetime transferable warranty. To buy these lowers, contact your local FFL.\r\n\r\nFor more information, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/WindhamWeaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WindhamWeaponry.com<\/a>.","post_title":"Windham Weaponry Is Selling Stripped, Complete Lowers for First Time","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-lowers","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:20:50","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/08\/22\/windham-weaponry-lowers\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":131330,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-05-25 09:00:39","post_date_gmt":"2018-05-25 13:00:39","post_content":"\r\n\r\nA number of companies have started rolling out rifles chambered in Federal's new .224 Valkyrie cartridge; one of the latest to join the party is Maine-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/windham-weaponry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windham Weaponry<\/a>, which recently unveiled its R22FSFSL-224 model.\r\n\r\n[in_content post=\"191745\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\r\n\r\nThe\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 features a 22-inch 416R stainless steel\u00a0barrel with a 1:7 twist. The barrel is fluted and threaded to 1\/2-28 for muzzle devices. Equipped with a forged 7075 T6 aluminum flat top upper receiver with a hardcoat black anodized finish, this rifle also comes with a Windham 15-inch free-float forend; Luth-AR buttstock with an adjustable buttplate and cheek rest; Hogue overmolded beavertail grip; and a Hyperfine EDT DM trigger.\u00a0No sights are included, but the rifle can accommodate them at the front and rear.\r\n\r\nMeasuring 40.25 inches in overall length, the R22FSFSL-224 tips the scales at 8.7 pounds without the magazine. Speaking of the magazine, the capacity on this model is 5+1. It ships with one 5-round magazine, as well as a hard plastic case with a black web sling and a manual.\r\n\r\nMSRP on this rifle is $1,587. See a specs rundown and an introductory video below.\r\n<h3>224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\nIntroduced in Dec. 2017, Federal's 224 Valkyrie round produces flat trajectories, match-grade accuracy and supersonic velocities beyond 1,300 yards downrange, the company claims.\r\n\r\n\"The 224 Valkyrie is based on a 30 Rem.\/6.8 SPC case necked down to .224 caliber,\" Mike Holm, Federal's global product lane director for centerfire ammunition, said in a statement. \"It beats the ballistics of all other MSR 15 cartridges, including the 22 Nosler, 223 Rem. and 6.5 Grendel. Plus, it offers comparable performance to larger rounds like the 6.5 Creedmoor, with roughly half the felt recoil\u2014and at a more economical price.\"\r\n\r\nFor more on Windham Weaponry, visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n<h3>Windham Weaponry\u00a0R22FSFSL-224 224 Valkyrie<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Caliber: .224 Valkyrie<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Action: Semi-Automatic, Gas Impingement System<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Capacity: 5 +1 \u2013 Ships with one 5 Round Magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Safety: Manual Lever with Indicator Markings on Both Sides of Receiver<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver: Flat Top Type Upper Receiver with Laser Engraved Caliber<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Material: Forged 7075 T6 Aircraft Aluminum with Aluminum Trigger Guard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Receiver Finish: Hardcoat Black Anodize Finish<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Bolt Material: Carpenter 158 Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel: 22\u2033 Fluted \u2013 Threaded (1\/2\u2033 x 28 T.P.I.) for various muzzle devices. Inc. muzzle protector.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Barrel Material: 416R Stainless Steel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rifling: 1 in 7\u2033 \u2013 Right Hand Twist<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Stock: Luth-AR Buttstock with adjustable buttplate and cheekrest<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Forend: Windham Weaponry 15\u2033 Free-Float Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pistol Grip: Hogue Overmolded Beavertail Grip<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Rear Sight: None \u2013 Ready for optics or other type accessory sights<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Front Sight: None \u2013 Ready for accessory sights on Railed Forend<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Weight: 8.7 lbs. without magazine<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Length: 40.25\u2033<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Packaging: Hard Plastic Gun Case with Black Web Sling & Operators Manual<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/266891488\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe>","post_title":"R22FSFSL-224: A Look at Windham Weaponry's .224 Valkyrie Entry","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 16:21:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2018\/05\/25\/windham-r22fsfsl-224-rifle\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":132100,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2018-02-27 09:00:09","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-27 14:00:09","post_content":"\n\nMost shooters know that the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/tag\/ar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AR<\/a> platform is modular. What Windham Weaponry has done with its new RMCS-4 is offer an AR that not only kicks modularity up a few notches but also creates a highly versatile and flexible rifle that can easily switch between four different chamberings.<b> <\/b>The 5.56mm NATO, 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm are some of the most popular chamberings in use today, and the RMCS-4 feeds off all of them reliably.\n\nIn fact, the RMCS-4\u2014part of Windham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System series\u2014can swap calibers in about the time it takes to load one 30-round magazine by hand. This versatility means the same AR-platform rifle can be used to hunt, defend and train using whatever ammunition is available.\n\n[in_content post=\"178946\" alignment=\"align-left\" \/]\n\nWindham Weaponry was wise to offer the RMCS-4 as a cased set. Once you open the Plano hard case, you\u2019ll find a foam insert holding an assembled rifle, three additional barrels, two additional bolt carrier groups, two additional magazine wells, three magazines, a sling and a conversion tool. If I had to pick centerfire\u00a0chamberings to have on hand, I\u2019d easily choose the 5.56mm, 7.62x39mm and 9mm. The 300 Blackout is more specialized, meaning it\u2019s less common. But with a sound suppressor, the 300 BLK allows you to hunt in relative silence. You won\u2019t alert neighbors or nearby predators. If there is anything missing from the RMCS-4 case, it\u2019s an optic and ammo. You\u2019re on your own for those.\n\nWindham\u2019s Multi-Caliber System is well thought out, practical and reliable. My biggest concern was whether or not the rifle would hold its zero between caliber swaps, but I found that removing\/replacing the barrel assemblies barely affected the point of impact. Whatever small changes occurred were negligible. A competitive shooter might argue that point, but the RMCS-4 was not designed for shooting small groups at distance. It was designed to feed on all sorts of ammo to defend your homestead and pull double duty as a hunting rifle.\n\nThe caliber-change design is smart because, as you switch barrel assemblies, you can also swap out magazine wells to use standard AR, AK and Colt-style magazines as needed. So not only can you scrounge ammo, but you can also utilize scrounged magazines.\n<h3>How It Works<\/h3>\nMake certain you\u2019ve fully cleared the weapon. The barrel assemblies are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm requires a few more parts and steps.\n\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll- and-lock method used on an AK-platform rifle.\n<h3>Next Steps<\/h3>\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\n\nSwitching to 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so inserting the skinny Colt-style magazines was fast and sure during testing. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\n\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham\u2019s other AR carbines and uses forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture, including a collapsible M4-style stock and an A2-style pistol grip. The safety, magazine release, bolt release and trigger are all mil-spec. The handguard is proprietary due to the bale clasp and retaining arms, but it offers four Picatinny rails for mounting accessories. And while the handguard and other Multi-Caliber System-specific parts are not compatible with aftermarket models, almost every other component is.\n<h3>Four-Gun Testing<\/h3>\nTo test the RMCS-4, I mounted a TruGlo 1-4x24mm Tru-Brite 30 Hunter scope with a mil-dot reticle since I thought this optic would work well with the range of calibers. The scope is equipped with a capped windage turret while the elevation turret is left un-capped so you can quickly dial in elevation changes\u2014something you\u2019ll need when firing a rifle that shoots a variety of bullet types and weights at different velocities. A cheat sheet taped to the scope or stock would help you save some time and ammunition.\n\nI experienced no issues swapping calibers. The process is simple and straightforward. As mentioned, the small point-of-impact shifts were negligible and totally expected of such a multi-caliber rifle. During the range test I\u2019d shoot, swap barrels, shoot and swap barrels again, and I found that the rifle was able to keep its zero with each barrel. At 100 yards, all of the rifle calibers\u20145.56mm, 300 Blackout and 7.62x39mm\u2014exhibited about 1-MOA accuracy on average with three-shot groups, with many \u201cbest\u201d groups under an inch wide.\n\n[in_content post=\"166139\" alignment=\"align-right\" \/]\n\nI was surprised by this level of accuracy since I was constantly swapping barrels. Plus, the RMCS-4\u2019s mil-spec-style trigger had a 7.6-pound pull weight, which doesn\u2019t exactly endear it to accurate shooting at distance. Also, it\u2019s important to note that you should use gloves when it comes to changing out hot barrel assemblies.\n<h3>5.56mm & 9mm<\/h3>\nIn 5.56mm NATO, the best groups came with Aguila and HPR ammo\u2014both measuring just 0.24 inches. In 300 Blackout, I was able to get a 0.28-inch three-shot group at 100 yards using Sig Sauer\u2019s supersonic 125-grain SMK ammo. The smallest group with the 7.62x39mm ammo at 100 yards was 0.51 inches\u2014which is pretty damn good for economy ammo. In 9mm, the rifle operated differently since it uses the blowback system rather than direct-impingement system. At 25 yards, I had no problems shooting tight groups, and the recoil was negligible. The Colt-style 9mm magazine included with the RMCS-4 worked fine. I had no issues with any of the caliber conversions, and the accuracy was quite exceptional for a rifle you can break down into pieces in a matter of seconds. The rifle also ran flawlessly with all of the test ammo.\n\nI like the versatility and portability of the Windham Weaponry RMCS-4. It proved it can feed off a variety of ammo with no perceptible point-of-impact shifts. I also found that cleaning the rifle was a lot simpler and faster because of its unique design.\n\nThis might be the ultimate go-to AR, especially if you need to switch chamberings in the field. It\u2019ll work well for self-defense, hunting and training. And if you\u2019re a frugal buyer, think about all you\u2019re getting for under $3,000. The math works out to less than $750 per gun. That\u2019s a lot of practicality and versatility wrapped into one slick package.\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Specs<\/h3>\n<ul>\n \t<li>Caliber: 5.56mm, 300 BLK, 7.62x39mm, 9mm<\/li>\n \t<li>Barrel: 16 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>OA Length: 32-36 inches<\/li>\n \t<li>Weight: 6.4 pounds (empty)<\/li>\n \t<li>Stock: Collapsible<\/li>\n \t<li>Sights: None<\/li>\n \t<li>Action: Direct impingement semi-auto\u00a0(blowback for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>Finish: Matte black<\/li>\n \t<li>Capacity: 30+1 (20+1 for 9mm)<\/li>\n \t<li>MSRP: $2,971<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 Performance<\/h3>\n<table style=\"height: 191px;\" width=\"777\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Load<\/th>\n<th>Velocity<\/th>\n<th>Accuracy<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 62 FMJ (5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,979<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Federal American Eagle 55 FMJ\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,907<\/td>\n<td>0.52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>HPR Black Ops 62 OTF\u00a0(5.56mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,727<\/td>\n<td>0.24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 110 V-MAX (.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,318<\/td>\n<td>0.96<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 125 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>2,134<\/td>\n<td>0.28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 200 SMK\u00a0(.300 BLK)<\/td>\n<td>958<\/td>\n<td>0.88<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Hornady 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,091<\/td>\n<td>0.47<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>TulAmmo 122 FMJ (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,320<\/td>\n<td>0.70<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Winchester 123 SP (7.62x39mm)<\/td>\n<td>2,208<\/td>\n<td>0.40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Aguila 124 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,337<\/td>\n<td>1.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Atlanta Arms 147 FMJ (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,014<\/td>\n<td>0.80<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sig Sauer 115 V-Crown JHP (9mm)<\/td>\n<td>1,146<\/td>\n<td>0.42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<em><\/em><i>Bullet weight measured in grains, velocity in fps by chronograph and accuracy in inches for best three-shot groups at 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08:40:10","post_date_gmt":"2017-05-31 12:40:10","post_content":"\n\nWhether for field use, home defense or just an afternoon of fun, the AR-15 is a fantastic weapon system. There has never been a better selection of quality carbines at affordable prices than right now. For your first AR, or your 10th, the following rifles from Springfield Armory, Bushmaster, Ruger, Smith & Wesson and more all come in under $1,000.\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/15-9mm-carbines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pistol-Caliber Firepower - 15 Can\u2019t-Miss 9mm Carbines<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/17-home-defense-rifles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tactical Advantage \u2013 17 Combat-Tested, Home Defense Rifles<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUnfortunately for those of you in the \"unfree states,\" we didn't put any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/in-depth-look-featureless-ar-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">featureless AR-15<\/a> rifles on the list. Sorry.\n\nTo learn more about the AR-15 rifles featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\n<h3>AR-15 Info<\/h3>\nBushmaster\u00a0XM-15 Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bushmaster.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bushmaster.com<\/a>\n\nColt Expanse M4\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\/Catalog\/Rifles\/Expanse-M4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">colt.com<\/a>\n\nDark Storm\u00a0Industries DS-15 MOE Standard\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dark-storm.com\/dsi\/ds-15\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dark-storm.com<\/a>\n\nDPMS AP4 Carbine\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dpmsinc.com\/AP4-CARBINE_ep_102-1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dpmsinc.com<\/a>\n\nMossberg MMR Carbine\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossberg.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mossberg.com<\/a>\n\nRuger AR-556\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ruger.com\/products\/ar556\/models.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ruger.com<\/a>\n\nSavage MSR 15 Patrol\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.savagearms.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">savagearms.com<\/a>\n\nSmith & Wesson M&P15 Sport II\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\/firearms\/mp-15-sport-ii\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smith-wesson.com<\/a>\n\nSpringfield Armory SAINT\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.springfield-armory.com\/saint-series\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">springfield-armory.com<\/a>\n\nWindham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\/firearms\/rifles\/223-556-caliber-rifle\/carbon-fiber-src\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>","post_title":"10 AR-15 Rifles You Can Buy Right Now for Under $1,000","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"affordable-ar-15-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-09-26 17:39:53","post_modified_gmt":"2023-09-26 21:39:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/05\/31\/affordable-ar-15-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":135566,"post_author":"645","post_date":"2017-02-24 09:00:20","post_date_gmt":"2017-02-24 14:00:20","post_content":"\r\n\r\nI have had the opportunity to test several rifles from Windham Weaponry, and they have all performed in an exemplary fashion in terms of reliability and accuracy. Sure, anyone can build an AR, but not everyone can consistently build them right, something Windham Weaponry has definitively achieved.\r\n\r\nWhile its selection of rifles and carbines was limited at first, the company has grown by leaps and bounds, introducing new models each year and showing something that isn\u2019t easy in the AR world\u2014a penchant for innovation. Even if the name of Windham Weaponry still strikes some as unfamiliar, its heritage should not. The company and its employees have decades of AR manufacturing experience under a previous and very well-known name in the industry.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/test-windham-weaponry-src-308\/\">Gun Test - Windham Weaponry\u2019s SRC-308 Carbine in 7.62mm<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nCurrently, all of Windham\u2019s rifles are built to meet or exceed mil-spec requirements with chrome-lined, 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel barrels and hardcoat anodized upper and lower receivers forged from 7075-T6 aluminum. Windham Weaponry also provides one of the strongest transferable warranties in the industry, guaranteeing against any defects for the lifetime of the firearm. That\u2019s pretty hard to beat in a crowded market. So, without further ado, let\u2019s look at some of Windham\u2019s best AR-platform rifles.\r\n\r\n<strong>300 Blackout<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178948 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-300-Blackout.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry 300 Blackout[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re looking to get into the 300 Blackout game, Windham\u2019s got a rifle for you. The aptly named 300 Blackout rifle features a 16-inch, medium-profile barrel with a 1-in-7-inch twist rate to better stabilize the heavier .30-caliber bullets. The barrel also features M4 feed ramps for improved reliability and a Diamondhead T Brake. This hardened-steel compensator features a triangular shape to redirect gases and substantially reduce recoil and muzzle rise. The shape of the muzzle brake also matches the free-floating, 13.5-inch-long Diamondhead VRS-T handguard, which extends almost to the brake itself.\r\n\r\nMade from 6061-T6 aluminum, the handguard offers a full-length top rail, and the sides and bottom are grooved for a comfortable grip. These areas are also drilled and tapped so shooters can add accessory-mounting rails where needed.\r\n\r\nThe ergonomic Hogue pistol grip adds an extra bit of comfort and control, and its beavertail helps keep the trigger finger in proper alignment. The stock is also a six-position-collapsible Hogue model with a comfortable cheekrest. There are multiple QD sling-attachment points on the handguard and stock, and the rifle also includes a Magpul enhanced triggerguard for easier access with gloves.\r\n\r\n<strong>Carbon-Fiber SRC<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178949 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Carbon-Fiber-SRC.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Carbon-Fiber SRC[\/caption]\r\n\r\nAnother interesting rifle from Windham is the Carbon-Fiber SRC. It\u2019s a standard M4-style, direct-impingement carbine chambered for the 5.56mm NATO, but its use of carbon fiber is what really sets it apart. Here the upper and lower receivers are made from a carbon-fiber composite blend that allows them to be a full half-pound lighter than their aluminum equivalents. This carbon fiber\/polymer composite also has natural lubricity, which means the rifle needs less lubrication and there is less friction, improving reliability and reducing wear and tear on moving parts.\r\n\r\nPolymers also act as thermal insulators and resist heat, like wearing gloves. Aluminum acts as a heat sink and absorbs and dissipates it. The practical effect is that both do a good job of keeping heat away from the user, but if both were left lying in the sun for a while, the polymer gun would feel cooler to the touch. The receivers on the Carbon-Fiber SRC are also completely corrosion resistant, and they won\u2019t scratch like aluminum. Since there is no finish to speak of, any scratches that do occur will not expose bare metal underneath. The material is also more malleable and less likely to break from a sudden shock or strike, which makes it more durable in that sense. The rifle also uses all standard AR-platform parts with the exception of a slightly modified barrel nut.\r\n\r\n<strong>Way Of The Gun<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178951 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-Way-of-the-Gun-Performance-Carbine.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry Way of the Gun Performance Carbine[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry is now offering the Way of the Gun Performance Carbine to meet a growing demand for factory-made tactical rifles. This rifle is based on the shooting principles of Special Forces veteran and instructor Frank Proctor and includes a \u201cWay of the Gun\u201d logo on the magazine well.\r\n\r\nThis 5.56mm NATO carbine uses a mid-length gas system and features all of the standard Windham Weaponry parts, including a mil-spec barrel and Carpenter 158 steel bolt. But a few extra features are included, like a BCM charging handle that makes it easy to run the bolt with just one hand while keeping a firm hold on the pistol grip. Another upgrade is the crisp and lightweight CMC trigger. Each rifle ships complete with a Way of the Gun CD and manual.\r\n\r\n<strong>Multi-Caliber RMCS-4<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178947 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-RMCS-4.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry RMCS-4 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry RMCS-4[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWindham\u2019s new Multi-Caliber System rifles are designed to quickly change calibers in the field, and the RMCS-4 can be transformed from a 5.56mm to fire 300 Blackout, 7.62x39mm and 9mm ammunition. And this innovative system is designed to switch calibers while retaining most of the traditional AR components, including a direct-impingement gas system. Everything you need to switch calibers is included in a Plano hard case, including caliber-specific magazines.\r\n\r\nThe barrel assemblies\u2014including the barrel and gas system\u2014are removed and attached to the upper receiver via a bail clasp on the underside of the handguard that, when flipped outward, allows a retaining block to slide toward the muzzle, exposing two barrel-retaining arms. The barrel-retaining arms are rotated 90 degrees outward, allowing the barrel\/gas tube assembly to be pulled out from the handguard. When you switch between 5.56mm and 300 BLK barrel assemblies, you can look through the well-ventilated handguard to see that the gas tube is properly aligned. The handguard also has a notch inside to aid in alignment. Of course, switching from 5.56mm to 300 BLK and vice versa is the easiest caliber swap, since these chamberings share the same magazines and bolt carrier group. Switching over to the 7.62x39mm and 9mm chamberings requires\u00a0a few more parts and steps.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/windham-weaponry-rmcs-4-rifle\/\">Windham Weaponry\u2019s RMCS-4 - One AR with Multiple Chamberings<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nTo switch to the 7.62x39mm, you need to separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver. You then need to compress a small retaining pin at the front of the triggerguard\u2014Windham supplies an orange-colored tool for this purpose that also acts as a chamber flag\u2014and pivot the triggerguard away from the magazine well. Press the magazine release button and the magazine well slides up and off of the lower. You then attach the magazine well that is compatible with AK-style magazines. AK magazines are inserted in the same roll-and-lock method used on a typical AK-platform rifle.\r\n\r\nThe next component to swap is the bolt carrier group. Windham makes it easy to identify the three bolt carrier groups in the system. The 7.62x39mm version is marked \u201cAK\u201d on the side. The bolt head also has three rings milled into it to separate it from the other two bolt carrier groups. Like an AK rifle, the bolt does not lock back after the last round is fired.\r\n\r\nSwitching to the 9mm follows a similar process of changing out the barrel, magazine well and bolt carrier group. The dedicated 9mm magazine well is flared so you can quickly insert the skinny Colt-style magazines. The 9mm conversion uses a blowback operating system, so there is no gas tube and its bolt carrier group is noticeably heavier.\r\n\r\nOther than the caliber-conversion aspect of the rifle, the RMCS-4 is similar to Windham Weaponry\u2019s other AR carbines with forged 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum upper and lower receivers. The lower features standard AR furniture.\r\n\r\n<strong>Tactical .308<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-178950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/Windham-Weaponry-R18FSFSM-308.jpg\" alt=\"Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308 AR\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Windham Weaponry R18FSFSM-308[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhile there is no mil-spec .308 Winchester\/ 7.62mm NATO AR just yet, there are plenty of manufacturers making these rifles to meet growing demand from hunters and tactical shooters alike. The new R18FSFSM-308 rifle from Windham Weaponry strives to balance the needs of both types of shooters.\r\n\r\nThe 18-inch barrel is made from 4150 chrome-moly-vanadium steel with a 1-in-10-inch twist rate, and it\u2019s topped off with an A2-style flash suppressor. The barrel is fluted to improve heat dissipation and reduce the rifle\u2019s overall weight, and to help improve accuracy. the barrel floats freely thanks to the aluminum, 15-inch Midwest Industries KeyMod handguard. This handguard features a full-length Picatinny top rail that melds almost seamlessly with the flattop upper\u2019s rail, and multiple ambidextrous QD sling mounts are included from the factory.\r\n\r\nThe lower receiver features all of the standard AR controls as well as an integral triggerguard. The Hogue pistol grip features rubber overmolding with pebble texturing and deep finger grooves for a very secure hold, even in inclement conditions. The fixed Magpul MOE fixed buttstock offers a solid cheekweld and includes an internal storage compartment. This Windham rifle also ships with a 20-round Magpul PMAG. This is an optics-ready rifle and does not come with iron sights, although these could be easily added.\r\n\r\nAs you can see, Windham has a rifle to suit every need. For more, call 855-808-1888 or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'Gun Buyer's Annual' 2017.\u00a0For information on how to subscribe, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.outdoorgroupstore.com\">outdoorgroupstore.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"Windham Warriors: 5 Tank-Tough Windham Weaponry ARs for Any Task","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"windham-weaponry-ar-rifles","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:58:14","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:58:14","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2017\/02\/24\/windham-weaponry-ar-rifles\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136394,"post_author":"777","post_date":"2016-11-23 09:00:51","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-23 14:00:51","post_content":"\r\n\r\nThe AR platform might not have been very popular in Vietnam, but it is easily the most popular rifle series in America today thanks to dozens of manufacturers churning out high-quality models with cutting-edge innovations and features. The AR is now reaching its zenith of design evolution, and 2016 saw several new AR rifles and pistols hitting the market. Here are some of the best.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/black-guns-2016-ar-optics-mounts\/\">BLACK GUNS 2016 - 22 Elite AR Optics & Mounts<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor more information on the AR rifles and pistols featured in the gallery above, please visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">http:\/\/www.armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nBattle Rifle Company\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com\">http:\/\/www.battleriflecompany.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nChristensen Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com\">http:\/\/www.christensenarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nColt\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.colt.com\">http:\/\/www.colt.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDaniel Defense\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com\">http:\/\/www.danieldefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDel-Ton\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.del-ton.com\">http:\/\/www.del-ton.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nDoubleStar\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.star15.com\">http:\/\/www.star15.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLMT\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com\">http:\/\/www.lmtdefense.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nLWRCI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lwrci.com\">http:\/\/www.lwrci.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMega Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.megaarms.com\">http:\/\/www.megaarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com\">http:\/\/www.pof-usa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSmith & Wesson\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com\">http:\/\/www.smith-wesson.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nTroy\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com\">http:\/\/www.worldoftroy.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWilson Combat\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com\">http:\/\/www.wilsoncombat.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><strong>This article was originally published in 'AR Rifleman' #189. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em>","post_title":"AR Rifles & Pistols: 20 New Models On The Block","post_excerpt":"Rounding up some newer AR rifles and pistols worth checking out, including releases from Armalite, Colt, POF-USA, Wilson Combat and more.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_modified_gmt":"2023-05-31 17:04:32","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/2016\/11\/23\/20-ar-rifles-and-pistols-for-2016\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":136538,"post_author":"243","post_date":"2016-11-07 08:58:18","post_date_gmt":"2016-11-07 13:58:18","post_content":"\r\n\r\nFrom the battlefields of Vietnam to modern wars abroad, derivatives of the AR-15 and AK-47 platforms continue to face off in violent confrontations between the forces of liberty and those representing totalitarianism.\r\n\r\nAlthough they are vastly different, each rifle system has proven its worth during decades of combat.\r\n\r\nBoth the AR and AK systems have exemplary features\u2026and a few weaknesses. Though I believe the weaknesses are often exaggerated, the two guns do appear to be opposites in many regards. Where one is weak, the other seems strong. Sig Sauer apparently recognized the same thing and has attempted to blend the best features of both guns into a rifle system that is greater than the sum of its parts. Say hello to the SIG556xi rifle.\r\n\r\nMore than a simple mashup of the AR and AK platforms, the SIG556xi rifle also brings in many of the outstanding features of the Swiss 550 series of combat rifles. From these inspirations the company made a modular rifle that can run 5.56mm ammo from AR mags or 7.62x39mm rounds from AK mags. For this test, I got my hands on a SIG556xi rifle chambered in the classic Iron Curtain cartridge.\r\n\r\n<strong>Comrade In Arms<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176101 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-5.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian stock\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Sig Sauer equips the SIG556xi Russian with some unique features, including a polymer, side-folding buttstock with a removable cheekpiece.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nLet me start by saying that the rifle I received was well-built and felt great in my hands. For me, the gun\u2019s balance was superb, and using the rifle felt very natural. Its fit, finish and feel all received top marks.\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\u2019s SIG556xi rifles are largely modular, meaning the shooter can easily mix and match parts. My SIG556xi Russian came with a Swiss-style folding stock, a 16-inch barrel chambered for the 7.62x39mm, a lower that accepts most AK-style magazines and a polymer handguard. However, with this design I can easily swap out the stock or barrel for others that better suit my needs. The lower receiver can also be changed to one that accepts AR magazines to match a 5.56mm NATO barrel, for example. I can also replace the handguard with an aluminum one.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>RELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/300-blackout-ar-pistols-2016\/\">12 of the Best 300 Blackout AR Pistols On the Market<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nSig Sauer built this rifle so it\u2019s easy for any shooter to operate. The controls are truly ambidextrous, and brass does not hit you in the face no matter which shoulder you shoot from.\r\n\r\nAK-type rifles have a nearly mythical reputation for reliability. While Sig Sauer did not design this rifle to compete with AK-47\/AKM rifles, and Swiss 550 series rifles are legends in their own right, the caliber and magazines will nevertheless cause shooters to make comparisons between this gun and the AK.\r\n\r\nWhile on the range, I put roughly 500 rounds through the gun. The ammunition was a mix of premium U.S.-manufactured loads and a significant amount of steel-cased Wolf Performance ammunition. Throughout it all, I experienced only one problem. After about 200 rounds of shooting, I had a failure to feed with the Wolf load. I cycled the bolt and shot another 300 rounds without additional problems.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\"><img class=\"wp-image-176098 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/SIG-RUSSIAN-2.jpg\" alt=\"SIG556xi Russian flash suppressor\" width=\"684\" height=\"384\" \/><\/a> Note the three-prong flash suppressor.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nI enjoy shooting AK-style rifles, but I have to admit that the ergonomics of the SIG556xi were a significant improvement. Sig Sauer includes a removable cheek riser on the stock that was perfect for aligning my eye with the sights. Even with my increasingly unreliable eyesight, I managed sub-3-inch groups at 100 yards using an improvised front rest with all of the ammunition I ran. The best group of the bunch came with Hornady\u2019s SST rounds, but even the inexpensive Wolf Military Classic load was suitably accurate for most purposes. With glass, a shooter could tighten the groups up even more.\r\n\r\nThe recoil was mild, and I could keep multiple rapid-fire strings on target with relative ease. I added a Trijicon MRO reflex sight to the gun to test its speed and accuracy at close range. The ergonomics of the gun combined well with the visibility of the sight to make easy work of close-in shooting. The MRO also worked well for shooting at longer distances.\r\n\r\nRELATED STORY: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dev.athlonoutdoors.com\/article\/9-ak-magazines-2016\/\">Feed the Beast - Top 9 AK Magazines For 2016\u00a0<\/a>\r\n\r\nMagazine compatibility is the only potential issue, and the problem can\u2019t be entirely blamed on Sig. The AK-47\/AKM platform has been in production for nearly 70 years in a seemingly unlimited number of models, factories and countries. With that much time and variation, tolerances fluctuate, and some parts simply don\u2019t fit some guns. Making a receiver that can take \u201cMagazine A\u201d might mean it is too tight or too loose for \u201cMagazine B.\u201d\r\n\r\nI found that the SIG556xi Russian leaned toward being tight rather than loose when it came to magazines. The included 30-round TAPCO magazine worked perfectly, as did the surplus metal magazines from Poland and Egypt that I had on hand. However, I tried a variety of 10- and 30-round TAPCO magazines from different manufacturing lots and discovered that none of them would fit. I determined that if I filed down the ledge on the back of the TAPCO magazine body where the latch hooks onto it, then the magazine would work. It was still tight, but it would feed and function properly.\r\n\r\n<strong>Modular Machine<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThe SIG556xi Russian is a high-end rifle that is suitable for virtually any mission where you might need to employ the medium-power 7.62x39mm cartridge. From a treestand to a perimeter position on a SWAT callout, I would happily carry this rifle. With any of the top loads in this caliber, the SIG556xi Russian is a credible defensive tool that\u2019s worth your time and consideration.\r\n\r\nAlthough the SIG556xi is unique in the firearms industry, it is certainly not the only rifle to share characteristics of both the AR and AK rifle platforms. Scroll through the gallery above to get a look at six other rifles that blend the two opposing worlds.\r\n\r\nFor more on the rifles featured in the gallery above, visit the following sites.\r\n\r\nArmalite\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.armalite.com\">armalite.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nCMMG\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cmmginc.com\">cmmginc.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nMGI\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.mgi-military.com\">mgi-military.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nPOF-USA\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pofusa.com\">pofusa.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nRock River Arms\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.rockriverarms.com\">rockriverarms.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nSig Sauer\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sigsauer.com\">sigsauer.com<\/a>\r\n\r\nWindham Weaponry\r\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.windhamweaponry.com\">windhamweaponry.com<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This article was originally published in the October\/November 2016 issue of 'Guns & Weapons For Law Enforcement'. For information on how to subscribe, please email <a href=\"mailto:subscriptions@outdoorgroupmags.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">subscriptions@<wbr \/>outdoorgroupmags.com<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:1-800-284-5668\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1-800-284-5668<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer;\">Save<\/span>","post_title":"SIG556xi Russian and 6 Other 7.62x39mm AR\/AK Hybrids","post_excerpt":"The SIG556xi Russian leads a pack of 7.62x39mm AR \/AK hybrids, including the Armalite M-15 LTC, the POF-USA Puritan and 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