GA AR-15 manufacture

[NWSharpshooter]

Hmmm.

 

[cooter]

Wow....all of 17 posts. How is it that the only people that have seen or shot one of these rifles doesn't add up to 50 posts combined????

 

[NWSharpshooter]

Hey fellow ODT users, this is Daniel. Not many of you know who I am because I rarely post on this forum, except to sell an occasional ATV or other stuff. I quick background snapshot on me, just retired from the Army in November 2015, and now work as a Corporate Recruiter for one of the largest protective services company in the world. Last week I was browsing through ODT and checking the classifieds for gun parts for my buddy who is building his first AR15. I came across this post about a new business creating a line of AR's and started reading about it. When I was done reading this posting and saw that there was a gun show in Dalton GA, I decided to take my buddy there on Sunday to shop around for AR parts, and check out these new weapons by Smith Tactical & Defense and meet the creators.

After browsing around the vendors once we arrived Sunday, I finally found the Smith Tactical & Defense table. I introduced myself and explained how I lurk on ODT and had read about this new AR. James started explaining the company to me, and went on to describe the process in which these rifles are produced. I was handed one, and immediately blown away on the craftsmanship and weight. I read on here that these rifles couldn't possibly be as light as the company was claiming, but I must say, they are truly light weight. The rifle feels solid, and well made. There was zero movement around the entire piece after I started twisting and shaking it. Mind you, I am in no way affiliated with this company, or have I ever met these folks until yesterday, so I went there with an open mind. After discussing all the specs in full detail with James, and Brian the owner, I felt like they really knew what they were doing when they created this new line. I had no intention of buying a new firearm that day, but decided to pull the trigger on one of these rifles. Speaking of trigger, I must say the trigger felt great on this weapon. So ladies and gentlemen, I am officially a Smith Tactical & Defense rifle owner. I will offer more feedback once I mount an optic and take it to the range. I was also offered a tour of the facility to watch the process. I want to thank Brian, James, and the crew for creating a beautiful firearm that they are proud of. I am excited to see what this bad boy can do. Feel free to message me with any questions folks.

You went with a forged receiver gun instead of the billet? Why? Also, I thought the weight in question was that of the billet guns.

 

[Rzr570]

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[LoLo1000]

You went with a forged receiver gun instead of the billet? Why? Also, I thought the weight in question was that of the billet guns.

I wanted the PT AR due to budget and features I'm used to (forward assist / dust cover. I handled the billet model there at the gunshow, and it was very light.



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[LoLo1000]

Wow....all of 17 posts. How is it that the only people that have seen or shot one of these rifles doesn't add up to 50 posts combined????

Maybe you should have attended the gun show like I did so you could see for yourself. I don't have a need to post every minute of my day on ODT like others on here. Go handle one of those rifles at an authorized vendor and you can decide for yourself. Everyone wants to discredit this company without even seeing the finished product in person. Before you get on here and blast this company, find out for yourself what is being offered...

 

[ReservoirDawg10]

This thread just continues to reload.

 

[mtdawg169]

I'm ready for some T&E. Any takers?

 

[Wallace's]

I'm ready for some T&E. Any takers?

Where did you get that?

 

[mtdawg169]

Where did you get that?

Amazon, brother!