Harrington & Richardson 723 Style Carbine Review: Old School Cool?
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- Опубликовано: 10 сен 2024
- Looking for an AR with old-school charm? Look no further than the Harrington & Richardson 723 Style Carbine. Follow along as we cover specs, features, and more.
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Thanks to all the readers and viewers who explained the lack of difference between the diopters! The A1 had a long-range diopter that was taller but the same diameter. I was issued an M2 style years ago with different-sized diopters. I learn something with every review and appreciate when people fill in gaps so we can share that with everyone else!
Hey ding dong, you're supposed to pluck the chicken before you eat it. lol, 🤣😂🤣😂🤣
could ya do a video on carry handle mounts for red dots and how one would choose the high mount the lower "scout" mount?
Carry handle mounted optics suk @ss that's why A3 @@thomashalley7258 . 🤦♂, fking preschool sht
Any idea if they will make iron sights for the ruger bolt gun again?
The two different sizes of aperture really started with the A2 upper. The A1 had a short range and a long range aperture that were at different heights, but still had the small aperture size.
That must be what escaped me. I'm used to the A2 apertures.
You’ve answered a question I’ve had for years. I bought a XM16E1 clone from a friend that had gotten it from a coworker’s estate sale. The lower is an early Nodak Spud clone but the upper is completely original. I never figured out the difference between the two aperture sights other than one had a “L” stamped on it.
That should be roughly 0-250m, and 300m to 400m/500m, depending on your definition of "acceptable bullet drop."
Canadian C7 which was technically an A1 was a mix of the A1 and A2 and had the flip aperture
The A1s had the two apertures at different heights for short and long range sighting save for those with the Low Light Sighting System which the A2s carried over.
Looks like a great starting point for a blood diamond clone build.
You'd want an A2 rear sight upper if you're doing a blood diamond clone, These are a little clone inaccurate if you're autistic like me.
I included a photo of that rifle in the article for just that reason.
It would be a terrible starting point because it's not even close to being correct if you are trying to be movie accurate. The rifle in the movie was an A2 upper with a 10" barrel and a custom-made muzzle device. Ironically enough, H&R just released a CORRECT upper for a "Blood Diamond clone" like two weeks ago. It's available on their website right now. Nothing about the 723 upper in this video is correct for a Blood Diamond clone.
They have the TIA build which is clone accurate too the movie, use that instead
M16a1 rear sights have the two apertures because one is for 0-250 and the one with the L is for 300+
One of the things I love about this job is the education I receive with each review. Thanks for explaining the difference between the A2 and A1 diopters!
I like the minimalist aspect of this rifle for not only it being lightweight, but also because simpler "machines" generally are more reliable (vintage magazines not withstanding).
This is a great point. I also appreciate the arguably greater skill required to be accurate and proficient with rifles like these.
On top of that,they are the original producer's using the original tooling,don't get more original than that😎👍
Might be a decent starting point for a Gordon Carbine clone build
I love my Fixed carry handle AR. Mine has the pre-A1 style upper so no forward assist or brass deflector
hell yeah
Thank you for featuring the new H&R retros. I love to see these things!
Carried one briefly in El Salvador. FWIW, an easy rear sight upgrade is to change to the A2 or even the 9mm rear sight, which gives you more of a ghost ring option close in. I much prefer either over the standard A1 peep.
When they first released the very first H&R remakes, i was able to snag the grey M16A1 in the very first batch, serial number #40! Switched out the furniture to OG GI furniture. So good, that when they released the Model 711s i snagged one of those too! Awesome guns! #CarryHandlesForLife
Want
Snap your fingers!
needs a C7 upper
PSA now has the C7 for sale
I'm 30 but I prefer the old school rifles💯💯
Me too! I got me a colt gau5 a few weeks ago! Dirty30
Poor dumb kid, you will learn young Padawan.
So, u like ur guns like your age. Old af
I'm 20 but me to.
I'm 69 ,just finished a Retro CAR -15 build ,with Brownells A-1 upper Chrome lined 1/7 pencil barrel and prong flash hider. They had a 1 in 12 barrel but I chose the 1 in 7twist. Great fun. Even with my cataracts. It's like a "Platoon" Carbine.
The beard feather is a lovely touch! Loved the vid too BTW! Brings back memories qualifying 300 yards with those iron sights!
Thanks for your service! This review definitely took me back to the old days of aluminum mags and stripper clips.
PS the ones I trained with at Ft Jackson in the 80s were severely worn out Original Nam issues I think. You could drop it from holding the flash suppressora few inches off the ground and let the butt hit the ground and it would actually partially break itself down from the light impact. Holding the barrel in onehand and the butt stock in the other you could actually flex the rifle bending it slightly up and down about an eighth of an inch. It wasn't even rigid!
**A1 and A2 didn't have a collapsible stock that was only the commando model.
**The first time I went to basic training (88) I had an old A1
**The second time I went to basic (03) I had an A2
**When we deployed in 2007 they gave his brand new M4 with the collapsible stock.
Thank you for your service!
In 2019 during training we had some old m16 conversions in the navy
Thank you for your service. Thank you for your service, again.
Love the looks/aesthetics of the rifle. Buying one when I get back home from working overseas. Might even make it a retro build!
I got the "blem" version because I'm a poor, but I still can't find the "blem" on it. I use AR rifles for work and this one was bought just for fun. Very similar to the one I carried in the Army in the 90's.
Thanks for your service, 2x!
Open your eyes wider. My BLEM got all sorts of blemishes.
@@hoppinggnomethe4154 luck of the draw? I don't often win at stuff like this.
Ads to the character and makes it look morre authentic, bro. That's why i grabbed one.
The 2 small holes are on different planes with one for longer distances . One is for 250m and closer and the other one is for 250m-480m.
I bought one of these and as a lefty the cases hit me in the face since it has no case deflector. I ended up buying the A2 upper to alleviate that problem. With a 2X Primary Arms scope on the carry handle it's a nice light weight 200 yard carbine.
Glad you found a solution that works!
Colt 733 movie Heat style my ❤ back yard plinker. No need for IR , Flir, Lar, Can,Sil. Range calulator in CQB =200 yards 😂
This is an A1 rear sight, not an A2. The aperture that was marked "L" would be used for ranges beyond 300 meters.
That Remington meme slaps. Kind of want a 700 bolt action, but for the life of me I just can't justify it over an AR10.
The Remington 700 is a staple and should eventually be a part of any collection. Though I do tend to agree with you on the AR10.
Cool rifle but I want Palmetto to release H&R single shot, break action, handi rifles.
I’d like to see those come back too.
They stated they wouldn't be making those. Too cost prohibitive and the tooling would have to be remade.
If only H&R could tool up and make "retro" m1 garands.
Meh now that I think about it we need someone to manufacture ammo too.
I have an old h&r revolver, glad to see psa brought h&r back to life!
I'm actually building a "replica of a 723 right now.
Heat.
I thought I was the only one that was baffled about the rear sight. They seemed exactly the same to me!
Yep, they are though one is taller. The A2 has the different sizes. I just learned this myself.
The more I see these retro builds, the more I think it's cool seeing these retro builds
It's great to have options!
Ugh, i want one but just wish it had the brass deflector
It is not that the rifle does not like the Colt Magazine w/Magpul Follower. The issue is that your Magazine Spring is WEAK and is NOT Bringing the Rounds UP properly and causing the issue. When ever going to Magpul Followers it is a Good Rule to change the Magazine spring to Wolff Extra Power Springs since they have an extra 10% amount of force to push the rounds UP and your mags will work much better for a longer period of time!
That absolutely makes sense, thanks. I'll give that a shot.
@@pewpewtactical Glad to help out! I have seen way too many people throw out perfectly good Aluminum mags after they put the Anti-Tilt Followers because they did not change the Original Spring when they changed the follower. I keep a Log Book of my Mags by the Number they have so I know when they were first loaded up and since sometimes they will be loaded for 18-24 months because they are in a GO-BAG I can do an audit of the mags around my birthday in January and if the magazine has been loaded for more that 3 years without been used I will rotate the Magazines and take the ones with the oldest ammo to the range and then put fresh ammo and if the spring feels weak to me I replace it after checking how old the mag is. Magpul Mags are good for about 10 years of being loaded without any issues but USGI mags are only good for about 5-7 years of being kept loaded before the Spring goes bad. I always keep at least a 10 pack of Wolff Mag Springs on hand plus I also keep spare springs for all my Weapons and Magazines. The Log Book was something I picked up while in Navy where we used Log Books for EVERYTHING except how many times we went to the bathroom! LOL
The fact that we don't have more Ars with FIXED carry handles really pisses me off. I'm not Taking my handle off!
Should it not have the A1 birdcage & pistol grip?
Damn, I gotta get me one of them feathers.
Barrel is too long, should be shorter, but then again laws shouldn't be so stupid about Barrel length...
It's 14.7 pinned and welded.
I am having some desire to do this in 450 Bushmaster, but with a Trijicin TFO front post
Dream big!
The "diopter" is for day/night fire. Not far/near.
I thought the "L", is for "Low Light".
I can dig, I'm hip
Bird leaf of accuracy
Where can I get a feather of true flight? Where does it drop and from who?
The Feather of True Flight may originate from any bird though must be imbued by a Druid of 10th level or greater.
It needs a brass deflector!!!
I didn't have any issues, but some lefties might.
Nah.
How much one a these cost? Want & need!
Click to the article, link is in the description.
Seriously pissing me off with your distain for this rifle! You can get a Colt “M4” for that price, which would you pick?
I appreciate the opportunity to explain further. I don't have disdain for the rifle, I just prefer newer ones and their capabilities. I still dig old school. For example, I used to drive a 1957 Dodge Powerwagon as a young man. It was very cool, but I appreciate the modern amenities (navigation, seat warmers/coolers, automatic transmission, etc.) of my new Durango. To answer your question, ideally I'd have both--but if I could only have one, I'd go with the one that gave me more options.
@@pewpewtactical I still dig old school also, and that’s what this is. If I was watching a review of a recreation of a classic auto and the host started by saying how much he disliked certain aspects of the vehicle then I would make the same comment. All my vehicles are 2021 and newer, and so are a lot of my firearms. How many companies make an A2 upper?
@@jonwillis9919 Fair enough.
I like these H&R retro rifles. I hope 🤞 to add one to the collection some day. Put an acog on the charging handle. Awesome video bro.
Thank you!
The 'birdcage' style flash suppressor is not a muzzle brake. Words mean things.
Was the Mag issue resolved? I still run a few mags with that same configuration.
Ooowee!!! So cool!
Awesome video as always.🤙🏽
Thank you very much!
Interesting.
Does this have the "hole" in the carry handle for an optic rail?
Are the old school magazine ears beat up or otherwise out of spec>
I'm pretty sure it's a spring issue.
Where were these 10 years ago.
It would seem to me that this retro build has the potential to be much more durable than modern ARs. I would imagine that the fixed carry handle and pinned front sight are virtually indestructible, a good carbine for the end of days.
Old school best school🎉
I've actually read the book of that meme its not bad at all
If it was a 723 it would have a C7 upper not an A1
Happy last birthday to me, Pew Pew.
Remington 700 walnut review?
you are the only person who gave me a good cringe meme, sub has been granted
It has Nostalgia value for me. Which I greatly prefer. But really, did the World need and another member to AR15/M16 Family?
Yes, obviously
Yes, it did. Black Rifles Matter!
more like a 653 clone. 723 has brass deflector
Anyone know what happened to John that used to do the videos on this channel?
John is no longer with us. He stayed in California when Pew Pew moved to Texas.
Funny!!!😂
A very shit-hot rifle my good man!
PMAG ruined the rifle aesthetic
Sure, but when the old Colt magazine caused issues, I had to isolate them as the problem.
Just file down the front edge of the magazine and that Colt magazine will feed properly
Wtf m4 hamdgiard
This is where the stoner design peaked in my opinion.
Just another boring clone
Boring to you.
If it's simple, reliable and accurate, then "boring" is fine by me. 🤷
Isnt clone stuff the whole point of bringing H&R back?
Fixed Carry handles are Sexy