Whoever says that the Ruger 556 is an entry rifle never had experience with AR’s. Those Ruger 556 are awesome and solidly built!!! And very insanely accurate. I own 2 LWRC’s and still prefer the Ruger 556 any day!!!
@rootinteuton9662 ай бұрын
I prefer the Ruger AR .556 to my M16 A2 service rifle.
@Michael-fh6lw21 күн бұрын
@TheOldMan1911 LWRC ? DI or Piston? LWRC is kinda weird - they're quality but they are kind of proprietary and you get the feeling that maybe you could have gotten something better for the price. My buddy had a DI carbine that sucked with cheap ammo -2.5 to 2.75 groups @ 100 yds with lake city 55gr xm193 - his S&W M&P15x had better groups and COST LESS I get the same when I look at my $1,400 BCM midlength and shoot it in comparison to my PSA " premium" barreled midlength- both are reliable and both shoot 1.5- 2.00 inch groups with xm193 and xm855.... To me ruger ar556 is neck and neck with del ton echo 316s, PSA PA-15s, S&W M&P sport IIs, and Windham weaponry ARs...
@josephmastropietro58106 ай бұрын
I’ve had the Ruger 556 for 7 years now and it’s still solid. Great video
@ToastyZach6 ай бұрын
Just bought the 16in MPR today
@adrianr.26033 ай бұрын
How many rounds have you shot through it?
@josephmastropietro58103 ай бұрын
@@adrianr.2603prob 700-800. Don’t shoot as much as I’d like.
@Nick-sx6jm3 күн бұрын
@@ToastyZach Bought the same one at the perfect time in dec of 2019 for $599. It has been great with zero malfunctions except for a bad mag. Surprised at how accurate its too. With my 62gr gold dot hand loads and 1-8x Im getting .5 moa and about 1 moa with just 55gr PMC.
@Jewlsterz Жыл бұрын
I've had a Ruger AR 556 for about 5 years, and I've not had a single malfunction except for a few caused by bunk ammo. I also put a Rise Armament trigger in mine(RA140), and some ergonomics like a stock and such. The rifle is very accurate, and is just an all around workhorse that just keeps going.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
I have a RA140 on another rifle it's a clean trigger. I was made a believer by my AR-556 just a total workhorse. I was running BCM, Larue, Aero and Geissele prior to being issued this, I trust it and have no issues trusting my life to it. Just a no frills gun the runs.
@stephencooper5040 Жыл бұрын
I currently have a Ruger AR-556, I don’t have nearly 7300 rounds on mine. I’ve got a 7” BCM Mlok rail and a Magpul fixed carbine stock. Just iron sights (rear is a folding Troy battlesight) a Magpul sling, and a streamlight pro-tac hlx on a cantilever scout mount which is excellent because it pushes the light bezel forward of the front sight base and reduces the shadow caused by the gun… I really like it quite a bit, I’ve had zero malfunctions with many different magazines and ammo types. It just runs everything I put in it.
@The_SmorgMan Жыл бұрын
If you’ve never had a malfunction, are you pushing the weapon/training hard enough?
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
@Stephen Cooper Who did your can't mount for the light. Always good to hear you've had good luck.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
@The SmorgMan I will say I've run the hell out of this hard on the ground in the dirt with high schedules of fire. The only malfunctions I've head were created by an insttuctor(dick stick) or ammo related I did have a mag go down once but I had been having issues and trashed it.
@ChefD3036 ай бұрын
Glad to see my Ruger gettin sum love!
@Ultra9670611 сағат бұрын
Thank you for your service! Nice video!
@biglakepress57888 ай бұрын
I picked up the mpr a while back and wow! That 18 inch barrel turns a good ar into a great ar. Higher velocity, higher accuracy. Last time at the range i put a silhouette, the size of a raccoon standing on his hind legs, out 200 yards. Got 53 hits outta 60 shots. With iron sites!!! Yes i was army trained on the M-16, but that was 40 years ago. The mpr is special.
@Paul-ju5px9 ай бұрын
I'll have to watch this another 2-3 times to get all that info. Great video!
@unclefreedom2139 ай бұрын
Glad you found it helpful I've always liked videos that break down real kit that is really being used by professional end user there is a stark difference between people that varied thier gear everyday vs people that just keep it in a safe and shoot it once or twice a month maybe
@RED-RYDA Жыл бұрын
Awesome review. Goes to show you don't need crazy money in a rifle to have a solid build.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
So True!! I own cheaper guns that i have run the crap out of and I have had more expensive rifles fail. I watched a new MCX have a safety lock up on the rifle and render the trigger inoperable during a class. That said you did get what you pay for but a lot of times you can and do get more than you pay for.
@andrewwheeler9073 Жыл бұрын
My Ruger AR 556 is my go to workhorse rifle. Not much besides the guts is Ruger anymore though. Only thing I've had to do is swap my gas rings at about 5k (best guess) and firing pin a little later (preemptively). I've held mini competitions between my Zastava M70 AK and ar556 to see who could go the longest without cleaning and not malfunction. So far the Ruger wins by a landslide.
@smacfe Жыл бұрын
Amazing amount of usable information! The Ruger is a great rifle. Their new SFAR is is rapidly becomming my favorite hog gun.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Thank you and I could see the SFAR excelling in that role for sure.
@GenX-Grampa Жыл бұрын
Ive got the SR556 and LOVE it! Its one i will never sell! Its the pre "takedown" model. I thought about getting the AR556 back when they first came out, but they had Colts on sale when i came back to buy it... So i walked out with the Colt for $100 more.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
those SRs look sweet with the quad rail. I can't say I blame you I have an older LE only colt I picked up back in 11 got it for a song since there were other ars flooding the market. I want to put it together into a block II if I can find a RIS 2 rail I can afford.
@GenX-Grampa Жыл бұрын
@@unclefreedom213 if you ever get a chance to shoot one, do it! The short stroke piston is so soft shooting!! I love the look of the quads myself but really like the feel of it with them removed, which you can do. It was the first time I ever felt a forend without them and the Troy rail is actually really slim without them. This was back before there was an aluminum rail that wasn't quad. At least any that I knew of back in 08', I believe. I paid $2500 for it back then! I honestly believe that it will be a collectors piece in the future. Being Rugers first AR15. It's one of the few factory short stroke piston operated. They only make them a few years before going to the stupid and pointless "takedown" model and then dropping them altogether for the AR556 for 1/3 the price.
@travisgregory6442 Жыл бұрын
I bought the Ruger 556 mpr liked it so much I bought a second one. No problems with either rifle alot of bang for your buck.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Damn I wanna get an MPR now these comments have sold me on it
@prepping2survive615 Жыл бұрын
I love my Ruger it is definitely a good budget option for someone
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Agreed 100 percent
@djangolachlan21942 ай бұрын
I've been looking into getting an AR for a few years. With all the videos floating around, I had a hard time making a decision. This Ruger kept coming up as really good with what i consider reputable KZfaqrs. I finally got one today, this video makes me feel like I made a good choice. Thanks for the in depth review. You got a new subscriber.
@robeyreddzz456810 ай бұрын
Hey Unc I just purchased the AR556 yesterday Evening I spent most the night just sitting there looking at it. very first gun and I'm in love. Thanks for the video
@unclefreedom21310 ай бұрын
Fantastic glad you have your first! Now make it your own and do what works for you
@Steve-qt9ce Жыл бұрын
I've got a ruger 556 and changed the foregrip like you did and added sling rings. The little known secret about these rugers is that threaded Delta ring, you dont have to fight it to get it disassembled.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
I never thought of it that way though I will agree it is a lot simpler to take the handguards off and you don't have to fight it to do so.
@magdump7380 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely love my Ruger. Great reliability and accuracy right out of the box.
@Nick-sz3wx Жыл бұрын
“Don’t lump me in with bad cops and I won’t lump you with shitbags.” Best thing I’ve heard all day. Outstanding statement brother! Stay safe man. Ever Vigilant.
@pauld2913 Жыл бұрын
Excellent video. Thanks for posting!
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@transamfreak78 Жыл бұрын
I have that same exact rifle as my nightstand rifle. I picked it up shortly after they came out used for 400 (only had 120 rounds throughit). Kept it stock accept for magpul handguard, forward grip, cheap bushnell red dot, single point sling, and battle latch. I run cheap steel case though it, had problems with fte every 100-150, honed out the chamber with Emory cloth couple times and so far no fte for at least 300. After I burn the rest of my steel case its nothing but brass from now on.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
I have not run steel cased through the gun yet my department provides ammo and I'm a reloader. I can say from other guns that brass has always proven to be more reliable. You got a good deal on the gun that's for sure and you're a brave man to run a single point sling.
@bigfootaintreal545411 ай бұрын
I have owned my Ruger AR556 since 2016 and I love it. Cool video by the way.
@unclefreedom21311 ай бұрын
Thank you
@glennd7115 Жыл бұрын
👍 super awesome build you have there. If that AR556 disappears, i don’t have it 😬 oh, but wait, i have my very own 🥶 not as fancy as yours, but may be some day. So glad i got it, one hell of a rifle right out of the box. Picked mine up one day I was standing at the counter when a Marine was purchasing his Ruger AR556 and said to me, “this is the real McCoy”. I got the last one they had there. Been so pleased with it. Reliable. Accurate. Functions fantastic. Saving your video to mimic your build as I can afford 👍 Thanks for the upload, God Bless and be safe out there 🙋♂️🇺🇸
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Best of luck on your journey don't be afraid to try stuff never know what you may really like. That said about 550ish is the add on from light to sight including the trigger.
@magdump7380 Жыл бұрын
Love my Ruger. All I’ve done to mine is install a ALG ACT trigger. Great reliable, accurate rifle for under $500.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Those ALG triggers are amazing for what they are no doubt.
@Usmc0341 Жыл бұрын
Great review. Very honest and matter of fact. I appreciate a review like this. Subscribed
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Thats kind of my goal I guess, if it's bad it's just bad. i also beat up my gear and actually use it all the time and the way I figure it is if it's working great on my end a casual end user should be good to go with it.
@randomuser4534 Жыл бұрын
I have the free float version of the ar556. Bought it over two years ago. No problems with it. Runs all types of ammo and magazines. Pretty good rifle.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
I love the mag thing I had a bcm lower that hated gen 2 pmags no clue why something in the finish out of spec after a year it started going fine on them. Hell the ruger even runs hexmags
@VTtac802 Жыл бұрын
It was a toss up between the Ruger Ar556 or S&W M&P Sport 2 when I got my AR. I picked the S&W M&P Sport 2. My friend got the Ruger Ar556. Both seem to be solid choices. Thanks for the video.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
I definitely agree I have seen good things out of the M&P series they released one last year or so with a 5R rifled barrel
@JMane3000 Жыл бұрын
love hearing feedback touching on this topic sweet set up... i love running my PSA m4 style carbine vicers sling acog on unity mount FN barrel, knights quad rail with their rail covers, Aero Precision bolt &Bolt carrier also their charging handle,and a protac light def a fan of the ole classic simplicity setup subscribedd
@GodGunsGills Жыл бұрын
What you think about the Sabre line?
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Folks sleep on the FN produced CHF barrels for PSA because they are from PSA. I have a few and they have been damn good decently accurate and tough. I have not had good luck with Aero's BCG I've had 4 or 5 to this point and broke 2 or them. I do like PSA for their BCGs though they are all manufactured by Toolcraft, are they a fail zero or BCM or Sharps, no but they are solid and I have not had one fail yet. I do have some more complicated guns with more gadgets and gizmos but simple will always just work for the most part.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
I really want to try one or a couple of the Sabre Line the specs look great on paper and the upgraded parts are items I would buy anyway.
@yackasoba11 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the break down I have two Rugers. They have been good to me. Enjoyed the ammo break down.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the ammo work up. I have a top 10 ammo video for AR coming up shortly.
@robison87 Жыл бұрын
My first AR which I still own is the Ruger 556 MPR. It is a must buy! Super smooth trigger, almost no recoil with a full length gas tube, 18 inch barrel and an utter tac driver. I've shot about 3,500 through mine without failures. I have the romeo 5 red dot on it, although I literally just added a 3x magnifier yesterday.
@chrism2042 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely, I have a Ruger MPR that is just fun to shoot. It don't care for a lot of dirty steel case ammo, but runs like butter with brass case.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
I love the look of those with the full quad rail on it. Good call on the romeo 5 I have one that is creeping up on 15k rounds never a loss of zero or any issues. Did you get the juliet magnifier?
@readyalready4697 Жыл бұрын
My MPR is my go to. The only pew I own that I didn't change the trigger.
@robison87 Жыл бұрын
@Uncle Freedom Yeah I can't believe how solid the gun has been. I was thinking of getting the romeo and juliet combo, but got a $100 sight mark 3x which has been functioning well. It had very good reviews online and it was in front of me in the gun store so I just picked it.
@robison87 Жыл бұрын
@@readyalready4697 Right so smooth!
@Friedbrain11 Жыл бұрын
I have a Ruger AR 15 and it is really a good rifle. dependable as they get. Wouldn't change it for another brand. I bought my sling straight from Ruger.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Glad to hear you're having good results
@glennd7115 Жыл бұрын
I have to apologize. Mine is in fact the Ruger SR-556. A little bit more price wise I believe than the AR556. Both are “Ruger” tho! I did want to tell you about my flash hider I swapped out. Designed and mfr’d by an x-army friend of mine. He found himself having troubles with muzzle break flash in low light situations, mostly early to late evenings shooting, and being blinded by the flash. After trying many aftermarket products he wasn’t finding any of help. So…. you can find him on KZfaq… STDs he calls them. Short for Simple Threaded Device. They really are incredible. Not only does it greatly reduce muzzle flash, in his and my opinion, they help reduce muzzle rise with each shot. Keeping the recoil forced more straight back into your shoulder verses the barrel jumping upward. And the flash, no more than a Bic lighter flick. Which, if you think about it, conceals your location for the most part. You have to see the design and you will appreciate the concept. Anyways, just thought I’d share. Sharing is caring. Plus, everybody needs an STD 🥶🙋♂️🇺🇸
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
I will check them out. Everybody needs an STD is the best marketing line LOL.
@glennd7115 Жыл бұрын
So, I was not able to locate his videos or even his Amazon ad where he was selling them. They were relatively inexpensive, I’ll try and find out what happened or where you may be able to find one.
@Zoohead1331Ай бұрын
YEP 🇺🇲 the only weapon I take to the range every time I go!!! And I have plenty, YO YO, NUFF SAID 😂😂😂
@jasonarringotn25016 ай бұрын
Very cool, I have had a Ruger for a few years now. One of my best rifles.
@warreng8637 Жыл бұрын
Man nice rifle. I like the set up. My dad has a Ruger 5.56 rifle too. No issues with it.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Thanks! it's been very impressive to say the least. The few issues that have arisen are out of 10 guns total that are being subjected to more abuse and wear than normal. If I were just a concerned American I would stake my well-being on this rifle no questions asked.
@williamclark755 Жыл бұрын
Just bought a Ruger 566 nov 2022 👍 great reliable rifle! I still have my old mini-14😀🦅🇺🇸
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Hey I still have one too also grabbed a mini 30. There is nothing that bumps like a 14
@wjustincrediblew4 ай бұрын
@@unclefreedom213 hi, great vid! have heard from you, some of your commenters, as well as other forums, about the front fixed site pins falling out or coming undone. im a complete newb, is there any type of preventive tightening i could do to keep mine from coming undone, or just keep an eye on it, if front sight doesnt have any wiggle then dont worry about it ? thanks, mike
@skhizofred Жыл бұрын
Awesome content bro. Nothing like work related knowledge
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@martincolvill5453 Жыл бұрын
Excellent video. I come from the M16A1-2 age. When i finally bought my first AR15 it was a Ruger 556. Bare bones and unstoppable. Never a hiccup or problem (except that damn ring!). You've given me some ideas for it now. A Bushmaster (original) and a PSA AR have joined my Ruger now. And for a bit more power and distance, my Adams Arms AR10 Patrol Battle Rifle fills out the group. My biggest problem is finding a way to carry them all at the same time!! Im a retired LEO and the only long gun we had was the venerable Remington 870. Or my 6 inch S&W 686 that rode on my hip. Thanks for your service.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for stopping by we still also run shotguns one with buckshot and slugs and dedicated less lethal with bean bags
@AdamJohnson-dr2ri Жыл бұрын
Good gun, had no issues with mine and the upper/lower fit is better than some rifles with 5x price tag.
@benb50001 Жыл бұрын
I have the same model of streamlight, and really like the Arisaka offset mount. It lets me mount the light directly into the M-lok slot, and holds it closer to the handguard at the 9 o'clock position. Feels to me like a genuine improvement without being too expensive.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Good idea I'm gonna look into those when I get off shift. I hate stacking the tolerance of the mlok pic rail sections I would rather it be a direct fit to the mlok. I feel like it would be a slimmer profile too, which would be nice with as chonky as the light is
@ElKomal45 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your service! Ignore these trolls brother. God bless you and stay strong. Much love from TX.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the support and I do now
@moderngunguy366611 ай бұрын
Super crazy and baffling to me to think that a police department would issue out Ruger 556 is that's just crazy..
@adamrodgers23774 ай бұрын
Why is that?
@damienrubio9585 Жыл бұрын
I damn near spilled my coffee when you said it. The local sheriff's department is still running around with mini 14s around here.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Folks think I'm kidding I have seen M16a1 come through the academy fun switch and all. we were qualing them and I walked up behind him and started playing Fortunate Son on my phone.
@smitty4912 Жыл бұрын
Just ran across your site today and really enjoyed your presentation of this AR platform. Years ago when I was researching for my first AR my choices were the DD, 6920 LE and the Ruger 556. Cost was my final decision and I settled on the Ruger at under $600. I couldn't have made a better choice for an entry level AR platform. I'm some what old school and Prefer a clean look rifle with out all the accessorizes but I recently picked up a Primary Arms MD-25 optic but have yet to try it out. Again thank you for the review-Subscribed !! BTB
@realisrealite5554 Жыл бұрын
Should've went with the Colt that's not an entry but buy once cry once.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
You won't be mad at that reddot and if you do have an issue, Primary Arms is solid at fixing them. I will say the the costs to value ratio on the ruger are pretty stellar.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
I would agree Colt is not entry especially not now. I will say even against my higher end rifles this Ruger holds its own with a lot of use. There is something to be said for a solid performer that didn't break the bank.
@user-uf2co5yi6o9 ай бұрын
I've got a Ruger AR 556 with a spikes tactical tungsten buffer and damage industries spring and it runs flawlessly - I'd recommend to anyone looking to get a solid AR.
@keithknechg3217 Жыл бұрын
Own one,workhorse,zero issues.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
It's always amazing when for once we get more than we pay for.
@DannyWilliams-ce9wl10 ай бұрын
Ive have around 3500 Rounds through mine, it's about 1 year old and I love it. So far no issues, still just as it was when it came out of the box. Looking to change the charging handle but not much else. I do like the threaded During but that's just my preference. Keep up the videos and stay safe out there.
@thepatriot7639 Жыл бұрын
Yep. Choice of ammo is everything when the safety of others is at stake. Bravo
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Thanks and 💯
@AniwayasSong10 ай бұрын
I enjoyed my first Ruger 556 so much, I bought a second! Then their 'MPR.' Then their 'Precision.' (I'm beginning to notice a pattern here...) ;-) For an AR platform, you really can't go wrong with this rifle! Affordable, EASILY modified to your needs/desires, and it just works! Can't argue with that, esp. at it's New, out-of-the-box price!
@unclefreedom21310 ай бұрын
the RPR is amazing for sure I have one in 6.5 though I wish I could pick another up and may in 6.5 prc
@AniwayasSong10 ай бұрын
@@unclefreedom213 I got mine in the 6.5 Creedmoor, and have zero complaints, thus far! Matched with a Vortex optic, I'm reaching out to 800 yards with little difficulty, and starting to make good progress at the 1,000 distance, too!
@rustynut1967 Жыл бұрын
Great video! Love my Ruger 556 MPR. With 55gr Blitzking it's a tack driver, it does well with Berger 77gr OTM hand loads too.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Those MPR look pretty sweet does it have the same thick barrel contour like the standard 556. Also what powder are you running for the 77gr otmtac. I have not been able to get them to shoot very well.
@rustynut1967 Жыл бұрын
@@unclefreedom213 It's a straight contour .750 gas block. I've been using AR-Comp to get velocity with the 77gr and get 1 MOA groups sometimes better ( .6" ). For factory ammo that ADI 55gr blitzking is awesome and a decent price, not worth reloading blitzking bullets at the price. Well packaged for long term storage too.
@DeMZIrus Жыл бұрын
Great presentation
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@Scott_Buchanan6 ай бұрын
I had an SR556 for a little while, she was a heavy girl lol. I haven’t shot the D.I. version but It sounds solid, I’m glad your department lets you modify it 🤘
@highdesertsunset30118 ай бұрын
My first and only AR....got it years back 1000$ for this and SW.40!!!! This is EXCEPTIONAL firearm for the price. Never had one issue except a cheap russian steel 556 primer didnt fire and had to manual remove the bullet that is it.
@unclefreedom2138 ай бұрын
They punch far above thier weight. Socom profile CHF barrel and it's been reliable. I was kinda snobby about ARs until I was issued this one it won me over
@J.Young80827 күн бұрын
I went from the Slingster to Tier 1 Citizen 2 point bungee sling for all my rifles.
@loonielonnie Жыл бұрын
Theirs a ruger at 556 that’s been passed around my friends group at work and it’s a beast, it’s been passed around cuz it’s a good gun and every time one friend gets hard up another buys it off him and so on. Damn good gun.
@mikedkc Жыл бұрын
Great information. Sure appreciate you LE guys. Stay safe.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend.
@p99guy Жыл бұрын
In your discussing Duty ammo selection, it brings to mind why the AR15 overtook roles that were filled by the HK MP5. It wasn’t from lack of effectiveness on the MP5’s part… it was overpenetration. The AR15 offered ammunition tailored to the job that though careful selection limited collateral damage in both thin walled apartments, and Nuclear power stations. The one thing that physics plays hell with is 7-11.5” 5.56 guns, is the absolutely rude blast and flash, especially inside buildings compared to the MP5, MP7, FN P90. You can chop a AK or AR to SMG proportions, but like a snub nose revolver- it makes it great to carry, but more difficult to actually shoot. Everything is a compromise.
@davidpennington79384 ай бұрын
I shoot a lot of mk262 and similar having a rifle zeroed for a 53gmx or a 55 vmax and switching to a 77g match king will no in any way shape or form give you the same zero. Especially if you're taking high chance shot at any range. Granted you can know the difference in zeroes in your mind and on a full silhouette it'd still give a hit but again in a crowd etc that change in zero between a 53gmx and mk262 could easily cause a miss and a civilian hit. I understand using a non bonded bullet to a degree in a duty rifle Especially if you're a urban department. However I'd keep the same projectile across the board as that 77g bh won't do what a bonded bullet such as gd, 64g bsb etc will do but still gives excellent performance on soft targets. I'd stick with the bh 262 and not have several projectiles for my duty gun Especially in a rifle. Just my opinion.
@anthonyjbargeman5280 Жыл бұрын
Alright, ya got another subscriber
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Thanks I truly do appreciate it!
@BrassTheBarbarian9 ай бұрын
the only issue ive ever had with the ruger is that out of the box, the trigger pins werent in properly so when i fired it, it jammed. after i set them in properly, i havent had an issue since in 5 years. so if you get one, just make sure the trigger is seating properly, then youre golden. It probably isnt the best rifle you can get, BUT it certainly punches above its weight class.
@JustAverageJeff Жыл бұрын
I got the MD-25 from Primary Arms with the ACSS reticle I love it.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Sweet how long have you been running it?
@JustAverageJeff Жыл бұрын
@@unclefreedom213 year and a half, I tried some of the other cheaper dots Romeo 5, Vortex Crossfire, an AT3 RD50. I'm just not a fan of the 2 MOA dot I feel it's too big for anything past 100 yards, which is the minimum I like to target shoot at with the rifle, since I go to BLM land to practice.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
@JayDubz91 I agree buggerbdotbus excellent at CQB distance but can be terrible for anything precision work.
@seang1032 Жыл бұрын
Im glad your department actually makes you shoot with your irons. It's a pet pieve of mine when ppl buy irons and throw a dot on it. Either they don't zero the irons or they kinda move their irons and get a rough zero by moving it to the red dot AFTER they zeroed their optic but never really learn how to shoot with irons.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Even better news us we make the whole state pretty much all but 3 agencies learn to shoot and qual on irons. Batteries and optics do fail and some agencies still don't allow dots.
@RidinDirtyOutdoors Жыл бұрын
Those are solid rifles
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
That they are no doubt. It has definitely earned my respect and trust.
@Slaughterhouse_Floor Жыл бұрын
I totally agreed with you about the shitty proprietary plastic delta ring. Mine is back at Ruger as I'm watching this video to be replaced. It cracked in half and wouldn't keep my hand guard on.
@airborneivan Жыл бұрын
So, I have an AR-556 in their free-float version. Had issues with build quality, which I corrected. Since then, I've put a few thousand on it and then gifted it to my son as a graduation gift, which he has taken classes with me. Not one failure, and it's accurate as hell. Glad you brought up the Blue Force Gear sling. I have one, and I hate it. Super stiff for no reason. So far, my favorite is the Edgar Sherman Designs sling. Light weight, extremely adjustable and comfortable.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
That was kind of the boat with these, I read similar reports of the taper pins walking out from other end users. Once that was corrected zero issues department wide and I agree just stupid accurate. The BFG sling is just not where it's at, I love BFG gear most of the time but this just is not one of them. I have been told before about the Edgar Sherman slings I will have to look into them. I have been very impressed with the @BlueAlphaBelts sling, very comfortable and works well in conjunction with body armor which can sometimes be an issue.
@airborneivan Жыл бұрын
@Uncle Freedom I'll h have to check out blue alpha belts.
@nathant3897 Жыл бұрын
That’s pretty wild about the taper pins because I had to drill mine out because they were so tight but I guess depending on machining tool ware it’s easy to believe
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
I thought the same thing, I've almost always had to beat the hell out of them to get em out. Apparently it's a well known issue Ruger sent the pins and extras immediately and since I've reset them never another issue. It's almost like the factory ones were too small. I've even see other comment on this video they have had the same thing happen.
@InvidiousIgnoramus Жыл бұрын
Assuming the Streamlight HLX is like the Protac, you would be able to just use a button top 18650. That's the only issue I've had with mine, all my 18650s are flat tops.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
You know that's a good point I have some button tops at home that I use in my Fenix lights (PD35tac and tk20R). Gonna have to check that this weekend. I know in my PROTAC 2LX they do not work and you have to run the circuit protected Streamlight brand but have never tried the button top in the HLX.
@Mayhemcountryliving9 ай бұрын
Very informative. I have the same basic AR and I wondered about the Delta ring myself.
@a.j.taylor44019 ай бұрын
Ive had one for a few years and i have it set up similar to yours. I also had the taper pins walk out too but Ruger's awesome customer service took care of me. Thats the only issue ive had. Orher than that its an awesome rifle especially for the money
@DDDontCare Жыл бұрын
Love my Ruger ar-556. Flawless. The cold hammer-forged barrel is extremely accurate. I also upgraded to a rise armament trigger. I use the flat blade ra-140's and 240's (whatever is on sale) in all my guns. Excellent triggers.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Agreed excellent triggers
@Wlvrtnjm Жыл бұрын
My 1st patrol rifle was a colt 6920le, it was set up almost exactly the same way.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
It's kind of a timeless setup. It really made me want to do a 6920 and set it up like my initial block 1 with the CCO comp M2 and broom handle forward grip just so I can be nostalgic about when I used to be cool in the early 2000s
@Patriot17924 ай бұрын
I’d change the light my streamlight hlx literally stopped working before I even got to train with it 😂
@jameskarl8908 Жыл бұрын
That’s good your department lets you swap triggers. I know some of them won’t let you touch it.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Very true, my department is cool with it, but you gotta stay in 4.5 mark for liability sake.
@Valorius Жыл бұрын
I had one of these a few years ago. Really solid AR. From one small gun tube channel to another, have a subscription. ;)
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend.
@user-cz8bf7sl8v2 ай бұрын
Great content! Thank you
@ChargerusPrime2 ай бұрын
I traded my old norinco SKS for my Ruger AR-556. I run pure irons on mine for right now. I want to get an ACOG and also someday get a good thermal scope i can utilize for nighttime hog and coyote engagements as well as potential human threats on our property. I want to upgrade mine with that glorious trigger you have in yours. I also want to get a cryptic coatings dlc bcg for it and a captured buffer system because of the recoil deleting capabilities it has for fast follow up shots on a hog sounder. Or on fleeing coyotes. As for slings, i want to get a Mclean dynamic retention sling. Only other thing i need after that is a radian raptor handle and im in good shape. Should be a sweet recce/do-all duty gun once im done with her.
@JackKnife2730 Жыл бұрын
I never thought about using my step stool like this
@erice_twentyone13 Жыл бұрын
Great, no bs, presentation of useful information. I sub'd. Looking forward to what's next.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I really appreciate the feedback, I'm having fun with and am looking forward to what's next as well. Be going into some good and bad pistol and rifle ammos this week. All of which I have personally tested and fired through barriers and gel.
@BretWrightSTUFF Жыл бұрын
so cool, Thank you…from California
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
I know some solid guys from Cali it sucks yall have to Sharkfin your gear. I wish you guys were a free state the hiking there is amazing
@cassidybronson68919 ай бұрын
They don’t use lining for their barrels. Either nitride or chrome lining. Takes them out of the running for a service rifle.
@chriswalsh9989 Жыл бұрын
Hate to hit you up again, but had to shout out once i saw your a fellow lefty shooter. I always like seeing how other lefty's have their guns and rifles setup, and thank you for your service as well sir!
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Sadly not a lefty just a camera flip but u still appreciate the shout out. Next time I'm on range with a fellow instructor of mine we will run down his rifle and he is a lefty with a pretty dope rifle as well.
@chriswalsh9989 Жыл бұрын
@@unclefreedom213 lol ok my bad i guess i should have caught that, but yeah that would be definitely be cool to see his setup, thanks
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
@Chris Walsh I know he's game lol and s he'll of a shooter though I would never admit that to his face..
@sandymitchell8182 Жыл бұрын
I also have the Ruger 556 ,I've changed many things on it, cosmetic and comfort wise, the drive train itself is all stock and is 100% solid. It was my first AR but not my last I have a few more 😉 but its my favorite, love the vid and earned a sub 👍
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@erikmcclure912 Жыл бұрын
GOOD review! I like the fact that it is strait forward no BS . Good info on ammo usage also, would enjoy your review on both rifle and pistol ammo for home defense. I am surprised that as a Police Officer you have time to do these videos. KEEP it up and be safe, both for yourself and your family.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I try to film on my off days and release them over my weekend. You should be happy this weekend because i will be releasing videos on my top handgun and rifle defensive ammo as well as some no-go ammo that I would never run in a defensive situation. I do my best to stay safe and I will definitely keep it up, I've been shocked at how well it's taken off. Thanks again!
@smithtradfallning19 күн бұрын
I am in Sweden and looking at a CMMG MK4 Rsolute or the Ruger AR556 MPR for my first firearm, this video has me leaning towards the Ruger.
@unclefreedom21318 күн бұрын
the MPR is a solid gun I am curious what other brands are available to you? This ruger is still running solid at around 10k rounds
@smithtradfallning18 күн бұрын
@@unclefreedom213 My budget is up to 20000SEK (around 2000 dollars). There is a PSA with a stainless barrel in .223 for 16000SEK, MPR for 18,300, CMMG MK4 Resolute for 20000 and a Stag Arms 15 SPR for 20000.
@odinson810 Жыл бұрын
Nice setup 👍
@oooo-rr2sq5 ай бұрын
"Fortunate Son" FKN DIED😂
@conro7003 Жыл бұрын
Hey hey! The content I’ve been looking for! Subscribed.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Glad I could help.
@conro7003 Жыл бұрын
@@unclefreedom213 I actually have a question. I came back to look at the different loads you mentioned, and was wondering how your ammo selection for duty works. Does your department specify a list of ammo that is allowed? Do they specify that it just can’t be fmj? Does it work the same with handgun rounds?
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
@Conro Man after my own heart great question. I am the person within our department that specifies what ammo can be carried. I will be uploading a video today talking about top 10 handgun, rifle rounds and top 10 nogo for the same. I have put a lot of dirt time into ballistics testing through barriers and gel. Typically a department will designate an ammo that has been proven as a performer. That said I have seen a lot of departments running aubpar ammo for budget reason or because 15 years ago someone said it was good. Ammo advancements have come a long way. I am the only person running a long distance ammo as that is a part of my job. Duty ammo is Hornady TAP urban and is issued by the department anything outside of that you clear it with me and pay for yourself. If it's really good stuff like the Tap patrol we will order it in for everyone. Handgun is solely issued by the department as that is the primary weapon for all officers. I switched our ammo to Hornady Critical Duty 175gr for the .40cal. We have one officer that runs his personal pistol in 9mm which we provide with 135+p critical duty. All off duty firearms both rifle and concealed carry handguns are issued the same duty ammo you carry at work.
@conro7003 Жыл бұрын
@@unclefreedom213 thank you so much for your really detailed response! I look forward to the video.
@Civiliansoldier762 Жыл бұрын
I’ll have to check those slings out. I started with running vickers blue force gear slings but damn they are like using a web belt for a sling they are so thick and heavy duty. In the last couple years I switched to ferro concept slingsters. I really like the ferro but they are really thin. However, they are comfortable and seem to slide a little better than the vickers.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Definitely worth the go and yeah no clue why the BFG sling is so damn stiff
@CTV_tactical5 ай бұрын
they also got critical defense in 223 that are pretty good rounds
@barrettanderson2781 Жыл бұрын
There's a specific Ruger AR556 that comes with a cold hammer forged, chrome lined barrel and carrier that goes for around $800. It becomes hard to justify spending $1500-$2000 on a BCM or a Daniel Defense. In my Ruger, I put a CMC 2.5lb single stage trigger, a Wilson Combat low mass bcg, and a JP silent captured spring. That gun shoots better than any gun I own. It's also an 18" on rifle length gas. Whenever I take it to the range, people are genuinely surprised at what it is.
@barrettanderson2781 Жыл бұрын
And even with the add-ons, it's cheaper than any BCM or DD.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
I've said it before in relation to this rifle. You get more than you pay for. I agree on all fronts I have BCM, Larue, Aero, Cheytac and several other ARs and would have never given the AR556 a chance. It was issued to me and I have run it like a scalded dog and it just keeps performing beyond expectations. My Cheytac had all kinds of issues and was never this smooth. I genuinely enjoy shooting my ruger and shoot it I do
@Caveman125 Жыл бұрын
I subbed because “ belt fed machine guns should be sold at your hardware store.”
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Damn right they should. "Hey Bill, good to see you. I'm gonna new about a dozen 2x4s today and let me get that RPK while we're at it." ........ Just think of the possibilities
@Caveman125 Жыл бұрын
@@unclefreedom213 I think we’re ganna need more 2x4’s 😂
@mobilegamersunite Жыл бұрын
Slingster FTW IMO 🙌
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
I will agree the Slingster is kinda the shit
@mobilegamersunite Жыл бұрын
@@unclefreedom213 I have one on a Zastava & my DD MK18
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
You running the pistol or sbr? I really want one of those. I see you are a man of culture.
@mobilegamersunite Жыл бұрын
@@unclefreedom213 I need my pistol brace, I have a bullet in my left arm. So we need to get this brace BS worked out FML! The Ruger 5.56 always looked solid to me, for a good price. Maybe I'll get one for my oldest son to shoot.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
I agree with you on the brace shit it's just stupid. Hell the whole NFA is stupid antiquated legislation that needs to go. Sorry to hear about the arm and is just further reason this crap rule needs to be struck down. I feel like teaching our kids yo shoot and handle guns is about one of the best things we can do. The ruger has earned my respect no doubt.
@thedeathwobblechannel6539 Жыл бұрын
The Magpul l Moe SL is the best handguard ever.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
I tried one of the BCM ones as well, but it just did not feel as solid. I have been really impressed with the SL. Zero complaints from me and it's tough as hell.
@LAlonzo70 Жыл бұрын
you named your dog, Ruger? ha! good video... very informative
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
I certainly did he's a Corgi/ Balck Lab mix..... looks like a Corgi in a lab costume i refer to him as a Corgador.
@sleigh4019 Жыл бұрын
Subbed in cuse.I've watched few vids nd I like the philosophy brother !
@alexjones29245 ай бұрын
that will work is what i think. but what i question is the lack of aks. im an ak guy and amour and i wonder why the lack of this design. i feel the ergonomics may be slightly superior but the reliability and the 7.62 round is just where the money is at especially when using frang round in.30 cal
@GodGunsGills Жыл бұрын
Great video
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@SawTomEyesMe Жыл бұрын
cool to see more people using the flatliine fiber co slings. they're awesome
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
I was just lookin at the med kit from @flatlinefiberco Would live to get my hands on that to test out.. They make solid gear and I'm glad I have this sling on my rifle.
@davidcisneros4400 Жыл бұрын
That's a bad ass rifle!
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Thanks, I really do like the rifle, and it's been reliable beyond belief and accurate.
@logant4217 Жыл бұрын
My friend had a ruger 556 he bought several years ago, only issue was kind of scary though. He was changing the handguard and when he was taking off the barrel nut it was only on hand tight. Otherwise though, it's incredible for the price
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
I have heard of that but not witnessed it personally. But hearing about it again makes me want to look into it further. I did call.mine a made in Weds. rifle
@bigoz7 Жыл бұрын
Cool vid thanks for sharing!
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@a.gunguy1054 Жыл бұрын
13:08 I have a LOT of high grade ARs and I have an AR556 ... Its absolutely amazing how good this rifle is regardless of price. It's really exceptional as a base to build upon.
@unclefreedom213 Жыл бұрын
So true is the fit and finish or accuracy as good as something like, let's say, my Larue. No, it's not, but it's also not trying to be. It is what it is..... and what it is, is punching far above it's weight for accuracy and reliability and I trust it literally with my life day to day. I feel like I can't give it a better score.
@a.gunguy1054 Жыл бұрын
@@unclefreedom213 I made a video about mine years ago. I still shoot it and love it.