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SHOP NOWClassic Firearms sits down with Red Arrow Weapons rifles to evaluate how Kip Campbell’s hunter-focused designs perform on the range. The discussion covers the RAW10 .308 AR-10, several RAW15 5.56 and .300 BLK carbines, and their behavior in practical shooting scenarios.
The video centers on the Red Arrow Weapons RAW10 .308 AR-10 style rifle, which the hosts describe as surprisingly flat shooting for its size. Unloaded and without an optic, it weighs just under 9 pounds, which they consider reasonable for an AR-10. The rifle features a stainless steel fluted barrel and a two-chamber muzzle brake that helps keep the gun controllable during mag dumps. They recount using the RAW10 to detonate a large quantity of tannerite packed into a Prius, noting it ultimately took three trigger pulls each before the car finally exploded. The segment emphasizes how manageable the rifle feels while still delivering full-power .308 performance at distance.
Attention shifts to the RAW10’s components and ergonomics. Out of the box, it ships with a CMC 2.5 lb single-stage drop-in trigger with a flat face, very short take-up, and an equally short reset, which the hosts praise for its crisp feel. The rifle includes Magpul furniture, including a slimmer K-style grip and an ACS-L stock with small storage compartments. A 20-round Magpul PMAG is supplied. The handguard is an S-style rail with M-LOK slots around the circumference and Picatinny only where needed, allowing a solid support-hand grip and easy accessory mounting. Overall, the configuration gives the RAW10 a feel similar to a competitive AR-10 that still suits hunting use.
The discussion moves to Red Arrow Weapons founder Kip, known from Red Arrow TV as an avid hunter and outdoorsman. His background is primarily in bow and crossbow hunting, but he found himself frequently carrying an AR-15 into the field and decided to build rifles configured exactly how he wanted them for hunting. That philosophy guides the RAW10 and the RAW15 series in 5.56 and .300 BLK, including models like the RAW15CB, RAW15MB, RAW15BR, and RAW15300BM. The hosts note that all of the company’s rifles feel notably lightweight, which aligns with a hunter’s need to carry a gun over long distances without unnecessary bulk, while still retaining the features needed to get the job done.
They describe a range session shooting Red Arrow 5.56 rifles from a moving vehicle, using lightweight carbines equipped with simple red dot optics, including Vortex red dots. One shooter managed to put 10 rounds on target while alternating between right- and left-handed shooting as the vehicle passed the targets. The segment highlights how difficult it is to maintain accuracy when the car hits bumps and the target moves from ahead to beside and then behind the vehicle. The hosts emphasize that the light weight and balance of the Red Arrow 5.56 rifles made this unconventional shooting exercise more manageable, and they joke about relying on “accuracy through volume” when sending multiple rounds downrange.
Reliability of the Red Arrow rifles is discussed in detail. During the moving-vehicle drills, the guns were run dry without additional lubrication, yet they continued to function smoothly through hundreds of rounds. The hosts remark that this is notable for AR-pattern rifles, which are often associated with fouling. They also touch on Red Arrow Weapons’ broader product direction, including AR pistols and pistol caliber carbines. The company is willing to equip these platforms with pistol braces as long as regulations allow, and plans to offer various configurations, including NFA-regulated options for those who want them. The emphasis is on providing multiple setups while maintaining quality parts and sensible component choices.
The RAW10 is shown paired with a Vortex Strike Eagle 5-25x56 first focal plane optic, which the hosts describe as fully capable of engaging targets at 350 yards, including the tannerite-loaded Prius. They note that hitting the vehicle at that distance with .308 was straightforward once they adjusted their point of aim to align with where the tannerite was actually placed. Later, they mention mag-dumping the RAW10 into a concrete wall at a decommissioned rock quarry, where the landowner allowed them to shoot and blow up structures on the property. These tests underscore the rifle’s controllability under rapid fire and its ability to deliver substantial impact on hard targets while maintaining consistent function.
In closing, the hosts summarize their impressions of Red Arrow Weapons. They highlight the RAW10 .308 AR-10 with its ambidextrous safety, quality trigger, and Magpul furniture as a particularly satisfying larger-caliber option. They also appreciate the lightweight RAW15 5.56 and .300 BLK rifles, which reflect Kip’s hunting experience and preference for practical, field-ready setups. The company’s focus on American manufacturing, use of reputable components, and collaboration with brands like Caldwell, Vortex Optics, and Guard Dog Body Armor are mentioned. The segment ends with a recommendation to explore Red Arrow’s rifles and related videos, noting that while the content is more entertainment than formal instruction, it showcases how these rifles perform in varied, real-world style scenarios.
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