With the “you need a shorter barrel this” and the “super holograph circle dot chevron aiming device that”, we have collectively forgotten how great the iron sight A2 really is. If you zero correctly, it easily rings steel past 500 yds. Very nostalgic.
I think Springfield Armory has done a good job building this replica. The only complaint I have, and it's petty, is that Springfield Armory should supply the triangle barrel cover with the rifle also; what was used when I was in the military. Yes, and a bayonet too.
Terrific video. I’d love an SA-16 but alas, I live in the Peoples Republic of New York City. I’m hoping that the U.S. Supreme Court will overturn the Illinois case on the assault weapons ban. Keep up these great videos.
Short barrel rifles are for playing in the toy box . I have an A1 and it will outperform ANY AR with a short barrell. Best Recoil as well. And what is the genius of building the iron sights into the carry handle. The only thing it needs is a sling. I'll take a 20" 5.56 anyway.
Came out on wednesday, got mine on saturday. My first ar-15 and I freakin' love it. Don't bother with Tula 223, turns it into a single shot. Russians are stingy with the powder. I sighted it in at 25 yards with winchester whitebox and 855, then fine tuned it at 100 with the 855. Hit a 6 inch group with 10 shots, and I suck with a peep sight.
20 INCH GUNS ARE STILL MY FAVORITE - BOUGHT FIRST ONE IN 1987 - 2 TRANSFERABLE FULL AUTOS AND ( MULTIPLE ) OTHERS SEMI ONLY - 20 INCH THE VELOCITY IS WHERE IT IS
Congrats nice rifle. I carried an M16A1 then they phased the A2 in. To me this is a new rifle. I still favor the A1 IMO is superior in a practical sense.
Nice video. I like everything about the A2 and A4 (removable carry handle), EXCEPT my A1 build has the pencil barrel, and while it’s just a pound lighter, you can really tell the difference!
Maybe no plain jane AR is worth over a grand. Now get into actual quality brands like Noveske, Giesele and others of the sort and you absolutely will be getting what you pay for over a grand. But yeah, springfield junk definitely isn't worth what they charge.
@@let_freedom_ping no AR is worth over 1k. None. Flashy parts that have no bearing on where the bullet goes is how they get you to think it’s worth more. Never seen a rifle become more accurate with a $100 charging handle or a ambi safety.
@@albundy7459 A solid rail alone is hundreds of dollars. Having a handrail that holds zero for your night vision laser and devices is vital. A hundred bucks for a charging handle has nothing to do with accuracy and everything to do with ergonomics. A solid bcg has nothing to do with accuracy and everything to do with reliability with high round count. Just because you don't shoot enough to to understand quality manufacturing and the role it plays in a nice rifle, doesn't mean it's not worth the money. It just means you have no experience in what you're talking about. If all you do is shoot a clean rifle at your local range, and don't put more than a few hundred rounds down range, then yeah, buy cheap junk.
Im mainly an AK guy but recently got an hbar colt A3 with the "restricted for law enforcement/government " roll mark. Love it! Thats a cool ass rifle bro, love the carry handle retro look.
As soon as i saw it i had to have one. My beloved baby from the Corps! Took me to expert 3 times until I got sent as a range coach, then I didnt get to shoot as much... But damn, 500 yard irons felt so amazing every time! Went to my local shop, the new owner wasnt sure about ordering one but was convinced by an old hat who told him it would for sure go, and whatcha know sure enough, before it even gets delivered to the store I am putting cash down to take it off his hands...
I had one back in 98 threw 2010. Bushmaster when they were really only game in town and made top tear stuff. This gun would sell many at under a grand. Only ones that might buy it are old guys that don't all ready have one or 3. Many a milinials but prob not.
Um..... as an instructor who has taught 100's of kids over the last 30 years may I suggest to get that youngster back on the bench and shooting over a rest and not off the mag (a 20rd mag will help as well, but you know this). Little things will help her with the fundamentals and to be more comfortable while shooting. She is tying to balance the rifle on the mag, no easy feat for anyone still learning. You can tell that she is intimidated by the noise. Just food for though. I'm glad she had fun and kudos for getting her to the range.
BTW I have built and own a 601, an XM16, an M16A1 and an A2 and A4 clones. All are built to authentic specs (of course semi-automatic).Then theirs the other 6 but they aren't historic more purpose built. I do not own one off the rack rifle.
I was raised or "cut my teeth" on an SP1, on my birthday, Feb 1981. So, you had no choice then. Learn the sights! In Sept of 85, MCRD San Deigo, PLT 3097, Lima Co, 3rd BTL, RTR, The A2 became the standard I lived with from Sept 85 to Feb 89. I've not forgotten. Truth be known, I still like the SP1 better but, I wouldn't say no to owning an A2. The cost factor always takes center stage. 'Nough said.
For clone correct, the M9 bayonet is the one to have. The M7 is cool, I have one or two for my A1 rifles. To help get the bayonet unstuck, fire a few rounds, lol
@@FinalLugiaGuardian As a full assembled upper receiver. You can buy barrels and build it yourself and some build around FN barrels. I like the retro's but my personal favorite is the A4 flat top.
Doubt it, the 277 is going to mostly be used for marksman’s/dmr role and squad automatic roles. The 556 still has a long time left to go, especially since pretty much every NATO country in the world has finally adopted it making it the standard go to round for most of the world next to 762/308, 762X39 and 545. None of these rounds are going anywhere within the next 20-30 years
Actually not a bad price for fixed carry handle no one really makes them anymore commands a premium fultons are stupidly expensive rock river is the best deal for money but springfield is a better brandname
@@mysteriousman8769 PSA's H&R, Fulton, Luth literally all make carry handle variants. It's also not hard to assemble one for cheap. This is priced stupidly high when you can grab a H&R A2 for $900ish with an FN barrel instead of ... whatever this ends up being.
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Where did you get the bayonet?
Psa,bushmaster, and now springfield are making retro rifles what a time to be alive so awesome 😁
Anderson too for less money
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@@CHOPPS-N-GLOCKS h&r from PSA
Did you say Bushmaster ? ?
@CWfist Yes, Sir! Since 2022 they are back.
Now on my must have list. I carried the A2 in Desert Storm/Shield
So did my brother. 101st..
With the “you need a shorter barrel this” and the “super holograph circle dot chevron aiming device that”, we have collectively forgotten how great the iron sight A2 really is. If you zero correctly, it easily rings steel past 500 yds. Very nostalgic.
Didn't know I needed this rifle until now. Lol.
I think Springfield Armory has done a good job building this replica. The only complaint I have, and it's petty, is that Springfield Armory should supply the triangle barrel cover with the rifle also; what was used when I was in the military. Yes, and a bayonet too.
I agree 10000000%
Terrific video. I’d love an SA-16 but alas, I live in the Peoples Republic of New York City. I’m hoping that the U.S. Supreme Court will overturn the Illinois case on the assault weapons ban. Keep up these great videos.
Such a beautiful rifle, I can just look at it all day based on how aesthetically pleasing it looks.
Nothing points nicer either. Fantastic irons.
A2 was the rifle was issued in bootcamp and it my go to rifle for service rifle matches.
Short barrel rifles are for playing in the toy box . I have an A1 and it will outperform ANY AR with a short barrell. Best Recoil as well. And what is the genius of building the iron sights into the carry handle. The only thing it needs is a sling.
I'll take a 20" 5.56 anyway.
Love the youngster staging the trigger.
I built my own six years ago with wood furniture ... love it!
I still have the Colt AR-15 A2 I bought in the 80s. Nothing like an original
Bad ass! Get em while we can!⚔️🇺🇲✌️
That particular magazine is better than a pmag anyday!! That's a nice rifle!
Own a Windham Weaponry 20" Government model love it ❤ QuiNhon 67/68
have 2 of there M4 Carbines . good weapon
Great video, bro. I love the OG M16s. They bring me back to those early days in the military.
Good marksmanship on that rifle will hit a man sized target at 500 yards.
With irons only?
Yep
Man it was a reality check for sure. My eyes are getting old hahahaa a
@@SMASHTIME I’m shopping for an AR right now. I carried one in the USMC, so nostalgia is complicating my decision just a bit.
Nice! Always fun watching your videos🤜🤛
I got one of this , one m16a1 and two xm177e2 love them.
Came out on wednesday, got mine on saturday. My first ar-15 and I freakin' love it. Don't bother with Tula 223, turns it into a single shot. Russians are stingy with the powder. I sighted it in at 25 yards with winchester whitebox and 855, then fine tuned it at 100 with the 855. Hit a 6 inch group with 10 shots, and I suck with a peep sight.
Brother I absolutely love the way that raffle looks
20 INCH GUNS ARE STILL MY FAVORITE - BOUGHT FIRST ONE IN 1987 - 2 TRANSFERABLE FULL AUTOS AND ( MULTIPLE ) OTHERS SEMI ONLY - 20 INCH THE VELOCITY IS WHERE IT IS
For sure. I agree
Sweet rifle!! I jelly!! Thanks for the video, awesomeness!! ❤
Just like the one I was issued. I want one. Thanks for the video.
BEAUTIFUL!!!
Thanks for the video, I had not heard about this AR from Springfield.
It's new on the scene.
Love 20" AR's
Congrats nice rifle. I carried an M16A1 then they phased the A2 in. To me this is a new rifle. I still favor the A1 IMO is superior in a practical sense.
Built my A2 for about 400 bucks less, even with a FN CHF Cl barrel.
Nice!!
You get what you pay for!!!
@Visitor2020 Sometimes you do sometimes you don't. That's why I build mine.
@@The_Disgruntled_Operatorany monkey with a set of punches and a wrench can assemble an AR. It’s always the poors who bring up cost lmao
I love the retro look of rifles, love my Anderson manufacturing dissipator
Heck ya. man these are so under rated. So cool. Hit me up on IG. you going to NRA In Dallas?
20 round mags were not in service when we were issued M16A2s. So 20s would not be period correct. Well, unless the Chair Force used them.
Nice lookin rifle
That’s a sweet rifle… I just picked up the Colt A4 last week but that Springfield is nice.
Thumbs up on the intro alone!!!!!
Nice video. I like everything about the A2 and A4 (removable carry handle), EXCEPT my A1 build has the pencil barrel, and while it’s just a pound lighter, you can really tell the difference!
I know what I want for Christmas
No AR is worth over 1k at this point in time. There is more supply than demand yet prices don’t drop.
Maybe no plain jane AR is worth over a grand. Now get into actual quality brands like Noveske, Giesele and others of the sort and you absolutely will be getting what you pay for over a grand. But yeah, springfield junk definitely isn't worth what they charge.
@@let_freedom_ping no AR is worth over 1k. None. Flashy parts that have no bearing on where the bullet goes is how they get you to think it’s worth more. Never seen a rifle become more accurate with a $100 charging handle or a ambi safety.
@@albundy7459 Stop being a poor
@@albundy7459 A solid rail alone is hundreds of dollars. Having a handrail that holds zero for your night vision laser and devices is vital. A hundred bucks for a charging handle has nothing to do with accuracy and everything to do with ergonomics. A solid bcg has nothing to do with accuracy and everything to do with reliability with high round count.
Just because you don't shoot enough to to understand quality manufacturing and the role it plays in a nice rifle, doesn't mean it's not worth the money. It just means you have no experience in what you're talking about. If all you do is shoot a clean rifle at your local range, and don't put more than a few hundred rounds down range, then yeah, buy cheap junk.
@@let_freedom_ping and what do you use lasers and night vision for?
Nice video sir.
I hope some one in the future does a comparison with the H&R M16A2 offered by PSA, I have the H&R 723 carbine which is AWESOME!
I would LOVE one of those…
Own two A-4’s,a Colt and an aero precision I built.the Aero is way better than the Colt!
I built an A2 clone with aero upper and lower. Came in cheaper than springfields price by a good chunk of change
I have the colt a4. Basically the same gun except the carry handle is detachable
Im mainly an AK guy but recently got an hbar colt A3 with the "restricted for law enforcement/government " roll mark. Love it! Thats a cool ass rifle bro, love the carry handle retro look.
For sure. The look is Iconic. Like a Russian red ak
I’m an Ak guy too. But I like this rifle. Especially the 20” barrel with 1/7 twist and rifle length gas system.
Don’t own that……..I do have 5 Springfield Armory weapons…..love them all!
I wish I was American so I could own stuff like this
Cmon over. We need more patriots here in the US>
@@SMASHTIME I plan too
@@AdmiralTaco Go through the citizenship program or join the US military. Only 2 ways you can legally become a citizen and earn 2A right.
I want the M16 A1 clone with the triangle forearm and buttstock both in OD green if I can splurge someday but that ammo is crazy high for me !!!
Thats the M16 that has the green furniture(only early production), XM16E1 and the later M16A1 are black
Nice just like the one I had in my army days, and no 3round bursts.
Can literally build this for a fraction of the MSRP
how is the warranty on a home build ?
...and a Daewoo is cheaper than a Toyota...
The retro thing is already getting old lol
No you can’t build an A2 for a fraction, and stop being poor.
what brand magazines are you using that have the grip texture?
As soon as i saw it i had to have one. My beloved baby from the Corps! Took me to expert 3 times until I got sent as a range coach, then I didnt get to shoot as much... But damn, 500 yard irons felt so amazing every time!
Went to my local shop, the new owner wasnt sure about ordering one but was convinced by an old hat who told him it would for sure go, and whatcha know sure enough, before it even gets delivered to the store I am putting cash down to take it off his hands...
Does the bayonet for the 20in. Barrel hellion fit on there? That's a good price for that rifle.
I heard that the hand guard moves back and forth. Did that happen on yours?
Nope.. when it got really hot it started to separate a tiny bit. but my old one would do that also so I think its the design of the handguard
Get Brownells colt retro scope with that M16. Would be a sick look!
ACOG would be more accurate... although very expensive
I had one back in 98 threw 2010. Bushmaster when they were really only game in town and made top tear stuff. This gun would sell many at under a grand. Only ones that might buy it are old guys that don't all ready have one or 3. Many a milinials but prob not.
Still have my original BUSHMASTER A2 from 22 years ago [post ban gun], shoots like a laser beam, I don't miss the flash suppressor.
Very cool. Wish I would have picked one up back then.
@@SMASHTIME I'm glad I did, & it's still in new condition.
Is it worth the money? I’d love one of these.
Also where is the link for the bayonet?
Um..... as an instructor who has taught 100's of kids over the last 30 years may I suggest to get that youngster back on the bench and shooting over a rest and not off the mag (a 20rd mag will help as well, but you know this). Little things will help her with the fundamentals and to be more comfortable while shooting. She is tying to balance the rifle on the mag, no easy feat for anyone still learning. You can tell that she is intimidated by the noise. Just food for though. I'm glad she had fun and kudos for getting her to the range.
That was my son hahahaa.. hes a sweet kid but likes the Steven Segal Look
What’s the difference between this and a Smith & Wesson AR-15? I have a S &W. Love it.
What profile is the barrel under the handguard? Heavy? medium?
Medium I believe.
👍👍....
I am a marine and his rifle. Brings back memories. Love to have one.
Cant wait to get one........Oh wait! I live in Washington State! Screwed again.
Come to Texas. we need more patriots
Link for bayonet?!
A bit pricey but love the retro look.
I thought it was a random price until I looked for retro rifles and saw h&r at PSA were the same price.
When the next video with Lysa Day? Has she made any gun purchase .
BTW I have built and own a 601, an XM16, an M16A1 and an A2 and A4 clones. All are built to authentic specs (of course semi-automatic).Then theirs the other 6 but they aren't historic more purpose built. I do not own one off the rack rifle.
No, I don’t have a A2 clone, but I definitely want one. I’m gonna get me one of those given opportunity….
Its very cool. Looks sweet on the wall also
Bro. Mines is not gonna be put on the wall ,it’s gonna be used for what it was intended to be used for. As a battle rifle….
👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
I was raised or "cut my teeth" on an SP1, on my birthday, Feb 1981. So, you had no choice then. Learn the sights! In Sept of 85, MCRD San Deigo, PLT 3097, Lima Co, 3rd BTL, RTR, The A2 became the standard I lived with from Sept 85 to Feb 89. I've not forgotten. Truth be known, I still like the SP1 better but, I wouldn't say no to owning an A2. The cost factor always takes center stage. 'Nough said.
I wish I was a rich man then COST.. would never be a factor.. I can dream hahaa
Was the rifle given to you by Springfield
I love it, looking forward to getting one someday.
It took me about 10 years to find the right one for me.
ptr-91 or m1a or scar 308
Looks nice but I'd get the h&r from psa
Didn’t find the link to the bayonet.
Could not post it
@@SMASHTIME Those silly bots. I looked them up and I think I found what you were referring to. War tech is running about 30 bucks.
Maybe put a binary in it that's what I would do for that switch
Hahaha don't jump ahead of the class
What makes this better than the psa version to justify the price? I’m looking at both
I doubt there is much difference with the H&R!
@@Visitor2020 Cold hammer forged barrel?
Bruh i just ordered my colt ar15a4 now this comes out? Did i make a mistake?
I just picked up a colt ar15a4 and I don’t regret it at all it’s gorgeous.
We've come full circle.. haha
I was thinking the same thing. Next up Im gonna go buy a pager.
Who makes the barrel? FN?
We wish.
Just like bootcamp in 2001....
Windham weaponry 20 inch govt is a great 20 inch A4
I have the A1 WW. It is flawless.
For clone correct, the M9 bayonet is the one to have. The M7 is cool, I have one or two for my A1 rifles.
To help get the bayonet unstuck, fire a few rounds, lol
That was probably an M7 clone in an M10 scabbard. No way you're getting an authentic USG I bayonet for $30 bucks.That's definitely chineseum.
Colt and FN need to make one.
FN is probably making the barrel.
I doubt it.
@@FinalLugiaGuardian
FN only offers the A4 flat top......I added a carry handle.
@robertfoote3255 But FN sells just their Chrome lined barel separately, too.
@@FinalLugiaGuardian
As a full assembled upper receiver.
You can buy barrels and build it yourself and some build around FN barrels.
I like the retro's but my personal favorite is the A4 flat top.
Whattttttttt i made the video.
I forgot just how long a 20" gun is. I hated carrying the A4 and couldn't wait to get the M4
me too. I took it out of the bag and was like WOW. I remember these.
Glad I kept the Colt AR-15 A2 I bought back in the 1980s. Nothing like having the real thing.
Indeed. 😁👊🏻
yeah except for the big front pin making it unable to interchange with other uppers
Love all the boomers ranting and raving over just another AR. Wow.
Soon.
@@SMASHTIME yeah soon y’all will kick the bucket😂
I hate carbines. I won’t have one in my house.
Harrington & Richardson does it better
Nah, H&r is poormetto state armory junk with a premium price. Built by psa with the Same non existent psa qc too.
Retro/nostalgia wears off pretty fast. Cool rifle and all, but it’s manufactured to be outdated. Soon, the 5.56 will be an outdated round as well
Doubt it, the 277 is going to mostly be used for marksman’s/dmr role and squad automatic roles. The 556 still has a long time left to go, especially since pretty much every NATO country in the world has finally adopted it making it the standard go to round for most of the world next to 762/308, 762X39 and 545. None of these rounds are going anywhere within the next 20-30 years
Nope.
MSRP $1250. No thanks.
Actually not a bad price for fixed carry handle no one really makes them anymore commands a premium fultons are stupidly expensive rock river is the best deal for money but springfield is a better brandname
@@mysteriousman8769 PSA's H&R, Fulton, Luth literally all make carry handle variants. It's also not hard to assemble one for cheap. This is priced stupidly high when you can grab a H&R A2 for $900ish with an FN barrel instead of ... whatever this ends up being.
@@Battleroid psa h&r is the same price as spring field idk what luth is never heard of them
You can find it online for around $1050
Get what ya pay for. I'll sell you a $400 AR .....
Hard pass since it’s a Springfield. Weird of them to try and get into the retro AR game, but not a ton of companies offering A2 rifles these days.
Buy H&R, Springfield gay
Not Gay... unless you mean happy gay hahahaha
Nah, H&r is poormetto state armory junk with a premium price. Built by psa with the Same non existent psa qc too.
That's so weak having a fake burst mode. So weak
Thumbs down button just because a 20rd never went with the A2
Great.. now i cant sleep tonight.. thanks man hahaha..
What a joke, buy a colt and cheaper!
AR15A2 is definitely not gonna be cheaper, but you could get a Colt AR15A4 for about the same price as this