We have been talking a lot lately about home defense weapons. Times are uncertain and there are a lot of unknowns that American citizens face now like never before. In addition to the unknowns that we obviously face, we are also facing a new Executive Administration in Washington, DC. Who knows, with so many more pressing issues to deal with by the Government, maybe they will leave gun laws alone, at least for a little while anyway. According to the Bill of Rights Institute, Biden's gun control plan would impose strict regulations on owners of assault-style rifles. The plan is also said to launch an aggressive buyback plan for these rifles. Something to think about, Biden has taken on the NRA twice and won both times. In 1993, Biden, along with Diane Feinstein, helped pass a bill for a 10-year ban on assault-type weapons and high capacity magazines. Albeit with good intentions, this would also limit the ability of a lawful, God-fearing, tax-paying, citizen to purchase these firearms. So why am I sounding the alarm on AR-15's? Well, honestly, this is an ode to Classic's very own Clint. Clint, like most soldiers that I know, prefers an AR-15 type of firearm for home defense. This preference of most soldiers has everything to do with their level of training with these types of firearms and their comfort with trusting these rifles, even in the worst conditions. Personally, my preference for home protection is a pistol with an extended magazine, and there are still some out there that prefer an old faithful shotgun. Again, it all has to do with your training and comfort level with a firearm that you are willing to put the safety of your family on the line with. So here's to you, Clint, and all of our other friends that prefer an AR-15 for their selected home defense weapon. Get them while you can!

MY PICKS FOR THE BEST AR-15s FOR HOME DEFENSE:

I made my first selection for two reasons - value and reliability, not to mention, this little sweetie is beautiful and bada#$ at the same time.
  • The ATI Tactical Omni Maxx Hybrid AR-15 Pistol 5.56/223 7.5" has a polymer upper/lower hybrid, aluminum 7" Keymod rail, polymer lower receiver, polymer upper receiver, and is optics-ready. Extremely reliable, while still being light, tough, and highly maneuverable. Battlefield Green upper and lower receiver. Accepts all standard AR-15 accessories. Ships complete with one 30 round magazine. I will definitely be purchasing this AR Pistol for myself!

    ATI Omni Hybrid MAXX

  • The Sig Sauer M400 TREAD pistol is an optics ready, aluminum receiver rifle caliber pistol. The "Tread" pistol features an 11.5" Nitride Coated barrel with a free-floating M-LOK handguard. This model also features a single-stage polished/hard-coat trigger, ambidextrous controls, and a Shockwave KAK Blade adjustable pistol brace. This model is chambered in .223/5.56 and ships with (1) 30 round Magpul Pmag. This sweet AR-15 pistol has a five-star rating and Classic as them in stock!

    Sig Sauer M400 Tread

  • Savage's new MSR 15 Recon comes standard with upgrades that serious shooters demand, including a BLACKHAWK!¬Æ AR Blaze‚Ñ¢ trigger free-float handguard and upgraded Savage barrel with a 223 Wylde target chamber. Its 5rd rifling and a Melonite QPQ finish ensure the most consistent accurate performance in any conditions while the Recon's custom-forged lower receiver and BLACKHAWK! adjustable buttstock and pistol grip impart a look that stands out from the crowd. The Savage MSR15 rifle features an adjustable buttstock, a carbine stock, and a matte blued hard coat anodized receiver, and a Melonite QPQ barrel. This rifle chambers .223/5.56 and has a free-float handguard.

    Savage Arms MSR-15 Recon

  • Ruger AR-556 semi-automatic rifle is made from forged aerospace-grade 7075-T6 aluminum. The hard coat anodized, flattop upper receiver includes a forward assist, dust cover, and brass deflector, while the Magpul M-Lok handguards are made from heat-resistant glass-filled nylon. It also has a bolt machined from 9310 alloy steel, single-stage trigger, chrome-plated bolt carrier with a matte black oxide finish on the exterior. The AR-556 also utilizes a heavy contour, cold hammer-forged barrel, and ergonomic pistol grip.

    Ruger AR-556

  • LWRC's IC-A5 is built for high performance and is constructed using the highest quality materials. It is designed with a low profile, 2-position adjustable gas block allowing the shooter to compensate for running a suppressor with the added benefit of a longer modular rail system. The upper rail section is a special cutback version, which allows the use of the low profile gas block and at the same time keeps the full 12" modular rails available on the sides and bottom of the handguards. Its dual control fully ambidextrous lower receiver includes bolt catch and release, magazine release, and fire control access from both sides. The cold hammer-forged barrel is NiCorr treated and spiral fluted, while the Nickel-boron coated bolt carrier delivers unparalleled wear resistance, corrosion resistance, and permanent lubricity. The IC-A5 comes complete with, LWRCI Skirmish back-up iron sights, an ambidextrous charging handle, LWRCI adjustable compact stock, a Magpul MOE+ grip, and A2 Birdcage flash hider. This model has a 16.1" barrel, FDE Cerakote/black metal finish, and a detent which prohibits the magazine from ejecting when the upper is on the lower.

    LWRC Individual Carbine

  • The Radical Firearms 16" Big Bore Contour 450 Bushmaster AR rifle uses MIL-STD Upper and lower receivers along with Radicals 15" MHR free float rail system for increased accuracy, keeping your hands cool, and giving you plenty of room for accessories. Regardless if it's your first or fiftieth, a Radical Firearms AR rifle will not disappoint!

    Radical Firearms Big Bore .450 Bushmaster AR Rifle

ROUNDUP

If you are looking for high capacity home protection, an AR is the way to go. Just remember, any firearm is only as reliable and accurate as it's owner. Train, train, train, regardless of which firearm platform is the choice for home protection. Don't fail your firearm and it won't fail you. Home protection is likely the most critical of all domestic-related threat scenarios. Your choice for your home defense weapon is equally critical. Shop All AR-15 Style Rifles
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