While it is true that you can quickly grab and aim a pistol, you are also more likely to miss. What follows is one mans thinking on why the ar15 is great for home defense and, in a. The united states department of homeland security has stated a rifle chambered in 5. The easy choice for the ar15 for home defense may surprise you. Jul 17, 2014 for the 2015 issue of black guns, contributor mike detty chronicled his efforts to build a custom home defense ar rifle from pieces left over from other, similar gun builds. Mar 31, 2017 criminals family laments the good guys ar15 made the fight unfair posted at 2. Oklahoma man uses ar15 to kill three teen home intruders. Rifle rounds run the risk of penetrating through walls and causing collateral damage. There are tradeoffs to any choice in weapon, but the ar15 has many features that are ideal for actions inside the home. Dogs have been one of the most popular forms of home defense for centuries. Ashley evades to safe room, taking a quick look to see if she can get a description of the intruder. Why customizing your ar15 for personal defense could possibly be the worst mistake of your life.
The ar15 is the best home defense weapon modern rifleman. We sat down with one of the nations elite combat veterans, now a renowned tactical trainer, and asked him to explain why his choice for the best homedefense tool is the generalpurpose. Nov 16, 2012 there is very little that is standard on the preppers ar15. Dec 27, 2012 thinking about my new 15 22 as a home defense weapon. The controls safety, mag release, trigger are intuitively positioned. There are tradeoffs to any choice in weapon, but the ar 15 has many features that are ideal for actions inside the home. May 23, 2017 ar15 home defense tips black gun owners and education. The ar15 is great for homestead defense but not so good for home defense. The five fundamentals of home defense are evade, arm, barricade, contact and counter. In close quarters it could be an issue my preference is first my xd and then my shotgun my 2c. Personally i still think the advantages of the ar for home defense outweigh the disadvantages. Arbuildjunkie talks ar15 basics with kyle lamb of viking tactics. Criminals family laments the good guys ar15 made the fight. Meaning a 15foot shot would only have a fiveinch spread.
I live in a townhouse with residents on both sides so my 5. Colt owns the rights to ar15 and ar15, so most other manufacturers have slightly different names, but the general public still refers to the general pattern as ar15s. The ar15 is a great weapon for selfdefense, and there are a number of reasons why. When a bullet is fired, it gets sent down the bore and is spun by the rifling. There are many advantages to using an ar15 for home defense instead of pistols and shotguns. What are the benefits of an ar 15 for home defense.
Transforming an ar15 into a homedefense rifle tom mchale 07. And rifles, at least the socalled high powered assault weapon ar15 in 5. There is a huge difference in the hearing damage incurred by a 12 guage vs an ar15. Criminals family laments the good guys ar15 made the fight unfair posted at 2. Keep in mind that were not comparing penetration hits on 38 inch soft steel plates here. Apr 24, 2020 there are volumes on the 1911, the ar 15 volumes i and ii, and the kalashnikov series, as well as a guide to the firearms of wwiiera germany. Why an ar15 for home defense is the best choice gun digest. Carbine level 1 is a basic course that is appropriate for individuals with all experiences and levels. We have a full stock of complete ar 15 rifles from the most trusted brands. Each volume is beautiful, and is full of not only excellent information, but also some of the greatest photographs of rare and valuable firearms in the world. A 23yearold oklahoma man used a semiautomatic ar15 rifle to shoot and kill three masked teenage intruders dressed in black who broke into his home monday afternoon an act authorities are.
Thinking about my new 1522 as a home defense weapon. Shotgun buckshot or birdshot are great home defense rounds, but a handgun is my home defense. Ar15 broken arrow crime home defense home invasion oklahoma. The preppers ar15 has a hardcoatanodized mila8625 finish. For the foundation of my new house gun, i decided to use a stripped patriot ordnance. Ar15 basics with kyle lamb of viking tactics ar build. Transforming an ar 15 into a home defense rifle tom mchale 07. There are many advantages to using an ar 15 for home defense instead of pistols and shotguns. Truth is damn near any firearm will do damage to the shooters hearing in a home defense situation.
Some people are highly skeptical of a rifle, specifically the ar 15, for home defense. A common knock against the ar 15 for home defense is that the 5. The biggest difference between selfdefense and range ammo is the fact that you want your defensive ammo to do its job by putting down the offender. Mar 27, 2018 the ar 15 is a versatile, reliable, and highly effective firearm that is well suited for home defense. Carbine level 1 builds on the intro to carbine course, and is the first in 88 tacticals series of semiautomatic rifle courses geared toward personal protection. Oct 12, 2011 an ar 15 is a great rifle and most shooters have one of some sort but most shooters also realize that a ar 15 is not practical for defense of a home. It involves shooting a 12 10% ballistic gel block that is calibrated to fbi specifications.
The best ar15 modifications and accessories for home defense. Some consider it a bad fit for home defense, due to overpenetration. Working both as an alarm and a deterrent, they can be a great addition to the household. For the 2015 issue of black guns, contributor mike detty chronicled his efforts to build a custom homedefense ar rifle from pieces left over from other, similar gun builds. Were talking about soft targets, ballistics gel that. The ar15pattern rifle has become almost universal, and when properly outfitted with a powerful weaponlight and optical sight may be ideal in the role of home protection. Rails allow easy mounting of lights, lasers and optics. The barrel chamber means the part of the barrel where the cartridge sits before firing ie, what ammo it can shoot. Even in state where the idiots limit the magazine size to less than the normal, the ar 15 is still the best option. What follows is one mans thinking on why the ar15 is great for home defense and, in a few cases, why its. Penetration is too much, you cannot guarantee what will be hit on the other side of the roof, wall 2. Theres a lot of good trainers out there that you can get instruction from for ar15 basics.
But using it as such is not just a matter of efficiency, its also a matter of responsibility. Since this is a beginners guide, well focus on the most common 5. Criminals family laments the good guys ar15 made the. Not to mention the blast indoors on my ears, my wifes ears and our soon to be born son. There is very little that is standard on the preppers ar15. The ar15 has become a popular option for homedefense use, but having the rifle is only part of the equation. Ar15 basics kyle has several tactical tips and plenty of highquality content you can find via the viking tactics web page. First, a hat tip to breitbarts awr hawkins who pointed us to a posted general. Basic carbine level 1 88 tactical rifle training course ar. One common misconception is that a pistol is the most accurate weapon for home defense purposes. If you ever go to an ar15 tactical rifle course, more than likely youre going to find at least one attendee whos proudly sporting an ar that looks like a swiss army knife and inspector gadget had a baby in the aisle of a bass pro shop. Jul 12, 2016 in my opinion, the ar 15 is the best home defense weapon money can buy and for many of the reasons that have already been stated. A recent shooting involving an ar15 left one dead and two wounded, but it did not make national headlines this story was likely not covered by mainstream media because it involved a defensive gun use dgu inside the home of the victims three men say they were asleep inside a mobile home in glen st. He also did not note whether he prefers a piston operated or a direct impingement ar15.
Ar15 ak47 handgun precision rifles armory training competitive shooting general outdoors archery hometown industry about ar15. I live in a san francisco apartment with narrow hallways, and im in a semidense building with neighbors. We recently sat down with kyle lamb of viking tactics to discuss ar15 basics and share advice for those looking to build a nononsense defensive carbine. The ar15 rifle is americas most popular rifle for good reason. In 2010, a 15yearold texas boy used his fathers ar15 to defend himself and his 12yo sister when they were home alone one afternoon and two. Transforming an ar15 into a home defense rifle outdoorhub. This article is an excerpt from gun digest shooters guide to the ar 15. Why i plan to switch from a shotgun to ar15 for home defense. This short podcast episode lays down the solid foundation for the ar15 owner.
This lightweight wonder has seen its fair share of controversy, fans and haters come and go over the years since its introduction, but it still reigns supreme as the very best all around. The author did not mention what kind of defense he was referring to. Way too big a question for a single article to address in adequate detail. Ar15 basics with kyle lamb of viking tactics ar build junkie. Arguments that the ar15 is for home defense are insane. Com is the worlds largest firearm community and is a gathering place for firearm enthusiats of all types. There are volumes on the 1911, the ar15 volumes i and ii, and the kalashnikov series, as well as a guide to the firearms of wwiiera germany. Plus during a home defense scenario you shouldnt be going room to room like a swat team, you should be hunkering down while waiting for the police to respond to your 911 call.
I also agree with the person who said use a supressor and then take it off. The ar 15 is based off of combat rifles the m16 and m4 but it doesnt mean that it is a good choice for someone to use to protect their home. A functioning brain armed with a superior attention span. Practicality of a rifle ar15 for homedefense and shtf.
Jun 21, 2018 why an ar15 for home defense is the smart choice. Depending on what the ars or minis are used for, we can all agree that the ars is better for most situations. The ar15 is a versatile, dependable and highly accurate rifle suitable for homedefense, hunting and just about any other purpose you might need a rifle for. Though this is a commonsense approach to anything that. An ar15 can be an excellent choice as a firearm for home defense. The ar15 has proven itself reliable, rugged, and accurate making it a goto choice for home defense, competitive shooting, and more. An ar15 doesnt stick out much farther than a handgun in a fully extended aiming position.
The right to effective self defense is inalienable. The ar15 is a versatile, reliable, and highly effective firearm that is well suited for home defense. The ar 15 rifle is americas most popular rifle for good reason. We sat down with one of the nations elite combat veterans, now a renowned tactical trainer, and asked him to explain why his choice for the best home defense tool is the generalpurpose. The ar 15 has proven itself reliable, rugged, and accurate making it a goto choice for home defense, competitive shooting, and more. Ar15 home defense tips black gun owners and education. All ammunition, whether for pistols, shotguns or rifles, is developed for different uses purposes. My choice for when something goes bump in the night is an ar15 carbine.
The ar 15 is a versatile, dependable and highly accurate rifle suitable for home defense, hunting and just about any other purpose you might need a rifle for. Even in state where the idiots limit the magazine size to less than the normal, the ar15 is still the best option. The ar15 is based off of combat rifles the m16 and m4 but it doesnt mean that it is a good choice for someone to use to protect their home. The result was an ergonomic, lightweight rifle capable of dealing precision groups at 100 yards and beyond. At home defense ranges i dont think it should make much difference. Start with these tips and then join us for this weeks nwpa workshop to get all the details on the dos and donts. Learn more from rob pincus about accessing and deploying an ar inside the barricade area of a home. The ultimate ar15 guide for beginners survival sullivan. At insidethehouse distances, the 55grain fmj has not had time to settle down. The flattop upper and m15sa lower receiver were manufactured by lrb of long island, new york, to milspec from aircraftgrade 7075t6 aluminum forgings the same used in u. Jan 15, 20 the united states department of homeland security has stated a rifle chambered in 5. We spoke about dos and donts, projects kyle is working on, and what he sees for the future of the platform.
Basic carbine level 1 88 tactical rifle training course. The modular platform makes it easy to configure your gun your way. For this reason, fmj and penetrators arent the best choice, as they dont break apart or pull a lot of energy. Low recoil makes mastering form and control easier. The ideal rifle as described above is an ar15 with a short 14. The ar 15 pattern rifle has become almost universal, and when properly outfitted with a powerful weaponlight and optical sight may be ideal in the role of home protection. In my opinion, the ar15 is the best home defense weapon money can buy and for many of the reasons that have already been stated. While shotguns and handguns are better than nothing, when evaluating the important aspects of a homedefense firearm, the ar stands supreme. Shooting illustrated mustknow tips for home defense. To find out, i went about setting up a test just like the shotgun and handgun.
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