{"id":190700,"date":"2023-06-17T22:32:26","date_gmt":"2023-06-18T02:32:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/?p=177978"},"modified":"2023-06-17T22:32:26","modified_gmt":"2023-10-03T02:41:37","slug":"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\/","title":{"rendered":"The Civilian Defensive Rifle &#8211; Part 2: The Build"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"yoast-reading-time__wrapper\"><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-icon=\"clock\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" style=\"display:inline-block;vertical-align:-0.1em\" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2\" d=\"M12 8v4l3 3m6-3a9 9 0 11-18 0 9 9 0 0118 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__spacer\" style=\"display:inline-block;width:1em\"><\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__descriptive-text\">Estimated reading time:  <\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__reading-time\">14<\/span><span class=\"yoast-reading-time__time-unit\"> minutes<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Durka-9-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"M-81 Cerakote in the Arizona desert.\" class=\"wp-image-177980\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Durka-9-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Durka-9-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Durka-9-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Durka-9-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Durka-9.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The CDR blends well with the Arizona desert with M-81 Arid Cerakote by <a href=\"https:\/\/pro2customs.com\/cerakote-color-guide\/?utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pro 2 Customs<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Read Part 1 <a href=\"New Gas Length\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">HERE: The Civilian Defensive Rifle, Part 1: New Gas Length<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Table of contents<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-law-tactical-folding-stock-adapter-on-the-cdr\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" data-level=\"2\">Law Tactical Folding Stock Adapter on the CDR<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-jp-silent-captured-spring-in-the-cdr\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" data-level=\"2\">JP Silent Captured Spring In the CDR<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-muzzle-adapter-and-light-for-the-cdr\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" data-level=\"2\">Muzzle Adapter and Light For the CDR<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-handguard-on-the-cdr\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" data-level=\"2\">Handguard on the CDR<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-optics-options-for-the-cdr\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" data-level=\"2\">Optics Options for the CDR<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-grip-and-stock\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" data-level=\"2\">Grip and Stock <\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-the-m-m-s-incident\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" data-level=\"2\">The M&amp;M&#8217;s Incident<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-magpul-finishing-touches\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" data-level=\"2\">Magpul Finishing Touches<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-m-81-arid-cerakote-pro-2-customs\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" data-level=\"2\">M-81 Arid Cerakote &#8211; Pro 2 Customs<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-ammo-testing-with-the-cdr\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" data-level=\"2\">Ammo Testing with the CDR<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-final-thoughts-on-the-cdr\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" data-level=\"2\">Final Thoughts on the CDR<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-law-tactical-folding-stock-adapter-on-the-cdr\">Law Tactical Folding Stock Adapter on the CDR<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Durka-9937-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Law Tactical folding adapter in FDE.\" class=\"wp-image-178246\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Law Tactical folding stock adapter on the CDR.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I wanted the Civilian Defensive Rifle to be small for transport and a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawtactical.com\/ar_folding_stock_adapter_gen_3_m_p\/99312.htm\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawtactical.com\/ar_folding_stock_adapter_gen_3_m_p\/99312.htm?utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LAW Tactical folding stock adapter<\/a> was just the ticket to achieve that.&nbsp; The Gen 3 adapter works well and is simple to install.&nbsp; It&#8217;s made of 4140 steel and coated with an Ionbond DLC finish, so it is durable as hell.&nbsp; If it loosens or gets sloppy over time a set screw allows you to tighten everything up again for a solid lockup.&nbsp; The adapter also has a QD swivel pocket built to make mounting your sling easy.&nbsp; With the can removed and with the stock folded the rifle is only 22.5 inches long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Durka-9941-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"The Law Tactical folding adapter is great when you need a short rifle for transport.\" class=\"wp-image-178243\" width=\"840\" height=\"560\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">With the Law Tactical adapter folded the CDR is only 26 inches.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-jp-silent-captured-spring-in-the-cdr\">JP Silent Captured Spring In the CDR<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As mentioned previously, I was using the JP Silent Captured Spring system instead of a standard spring and buffer.&nbsp; The LAW Tactical folder requires the use of a small plug in the back of the BCG since the adapter adds length to the buffer tube.&nbsp; JP makes a version of their SCS with their own plug specifically designed for use with the LAW folder.&nbsp; The SCS makes your gun quiet and you won&#8217;t hear the annoying \u201csproinnngggg\u201d sound of the spring and buffer vibrating inside the buffer tube while under recoil.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Durka-9957-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"The JP SCS keeps the CDR quiet.\" class=\"wp-image-178244\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">JP Enterprises Silent Captured Spring and FMOS BCG used in the CDR.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The SCS is super tunable as well.&nbsp; Using a variety of spring weights and steel or tungsten weights on the guide rod you can tune your SCS to act like a super lightweight buffer or up to H2. &nbsp;I ended up running the lightest spring and zero weights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-muzzle-adapter-and-light-for-the-cdr\">Muzzle Adapter and Light For the CDR<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A Surefire SOCOM muzzle brake was screwed onto the barrel to allow mounting of the SOCOM556 RC2 can.&nbsp; Some people would prefer the Warcomp flash hider adapters for a defensive rifle; both reduce muzzle flash a lot more than the muzzle break.&nbsp; I prefer the muzzle break as it reduces recoil the most, and if I am in a fight and need to remove the can I have much bigger problems than muzzle flash.&nbsp; With the can attached, the muzzle flash is tiny and not an issue, even at night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Durka-2-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Stay quiet and have a bright light, Tw primary features of the Civilian Defensive Rifle.\" class=\"wp-image-178245\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Business end of the CDR.  Surefire Socom556 suppressor and Scoutlight Pro.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A Surefire Duel Fuel Scout Light Pro (model M640DFTN-Pro) was added for nighttime use and attached to the rail via M-Lok.&nbsp; I did not need a fancy switch for the light.&nbsp; Where I have it mounted to the left side of the handguard I can easily engage the tailcap switch with my left thumb when mounting the rifle.&nbsp; For those using IR lights or lasers, the rail can get crowded and the fancy switches help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Durka-9954-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"CDR with Law Tactical folder open.\" class=\"wp-image-178247\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">CDR with Law Tactical folding stock adapter in the open position.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The light puts out 1500 lumens\/16000 candela with the dual fuel 6v power cell and 1200 with CR123A batteries.&nbsp; It is plenty bright to see targets at 100 yards. &nbsp;The DF power cell gives you a runtime of 1.5 hours or 1.25 hours with CR123s. &nbsp;It is also light at only 5.5 ounces.&nbsp; There are fancier lights out there but I prefer the simplicity and reliability of the Surefire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-handguard-on-the-cdr\">Handguard on the CDR<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I really like the Midwest Industries Ultralight handguard on my competition rifle but needed a shorter version for the CDR.&nbsp; I used a 10.5-inch version of their lightweight handguard.&nbsp; The difference between lightweight and ultra-lightweight is the barrel nut and screws.&nbsp; ULW uses titanium while the LW uses steel and aluminum.&nbsp; The ULW weighs 6.3 oz in the 10.5-inch model while the LW is 7.6 oz.&nbsp; If you have a LW you can buy the titanium nut and screws later to make it ULW.&nbsp; The rail has a ton of M-lok slots and there are small cuts and scallops all over it to shed every gram possible.&nbsp; There are also 2 QD sling pockets built into each side of the rail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Durka-9999-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Use the Titanium barrel nut to save another 1.3 oz.\" class=\"wp-image-178248\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The CDR uses Midwest Industries Lightweight 10.5 handguard weighs only 7.6 oz including the barrel nut.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-optics-options-for-the-cdr\">Optics Options for the CDR<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I ran a lot of different optics on the Civilian Defensive Rifle during testing including &nbsp;Nightforce ATACR 1-8, Nightforce NX8 2-20,&nbsp; Leupold Mk5 HD 3-18, and an Aimpoint H-2 6 MOA.&nbsp; The 1-8 was great for 3 gun style matches, and the 2-20 and 3-18 were used for medium-range shooting out to 800 yards.&nbsp; As this is a defensive rifle and unlikely to be used past 50 yards I settled on my favorite red dot for everyday use.&nbsp; The <a href=\"https:\/\/aimpoint.us\/micro-h-2-red-dot-reflex-sight-6moa-standard-mount\/?utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Aimpoint H2 6MOA<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Durka-7-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Many optics were tested with the CDR.\" class=\"wp-image-178249\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The CDR with Nightforce ATACR 1-8 with an offset Trijicon SRO red dot in a Scalarworks Leap\/09 with sidekick mount.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I previously reviewed the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/big-dot-energy-the-aimpoint-h2-6moa\/?utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">H2 6MOA<\/a> but here are the highlights.&nbsp;It&#8217;s an Aimpoint so you can kick the crap out of and it will still work. It has the crispest roundest dot of any modern red dot sight and whats&#8217; more, it&#8217;s small and light.&nbsp; The big 6-minute dot is outstanding inside 50 yards and very useable to 300 yards and beyond.&nbsp; It does not cover the target at longer ranges despite what internet people may tell you (see the review for why).&nbsp; Paired with a <a href=\"https:\/\/scalarworks.com\/shop\/quick-detach-mounts\/leap-01\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\"><\/a>Scalarworks Leap 01mount it weighs just over 5 oz.&nbsp; When combined with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trijicon.com\/products\/details\/mag-c-2600001\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\"><\/a>Trijicon Mag C 3x magnifier it becomes easy to see and engage a full IPSC to 450+ yards.&nbsp; It\u2019s a fast, light, simple, and reliable optic setup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Durka-155554737-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"The CDR with long glass for long range shooting.\" class=\"wp-image-178250\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The CDR during a PRS match wearing a Nightforce NX-8 2.5-20 with MIL XT reticle.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-grip-and-stock\">Grip and Stock <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The final parts to finish the Civilian Defensive Rifle all came from Magpul.&nbsp; The <a href=\"https:\/\/magpul.com\/moe-k2-xl-grip.html?mp_global_color=118&amp;utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">K2XL grip<\/a> is about 25% bigger than the standard K2; beware this thing is girthy!&nbsp; K2 grips have a more vertical angle that I like and as I have big hands the XL version is even better.&nbsp; A <a href=\"https:\/\/magpul.com\/ubr-gen2-collapsible-stock.html?mp_global_color=118&amp;utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UBR Gen2 stock<\/a> was also added.&nbsp; The buffer tube is integrated with the stock so you don\u2019t need to buy a tube.&nbsp; It comes with a spacer if you are running a carbine buffer or you can leave the spacer out to run an A5 buffer or when using with a large frame AR10\/SR25 rifle.&nbsp; The tube has 8 positions of adjustability to fit just about anyone.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Durka-162512616-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"The CDR in action at a medium range AR match.\" class=\"wp-image-178251\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Magpul UBR Gen2 stock gives you a great cheekweld.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The UBR is something of a hybrid stock combining the best of adjustable-length carbine stocks with the rigidity and consistent cheek weld of a rifle stock.&nbsp; It is 5 oz lighter than the original UBR as well.&nbsp; There are 2 QD sling pockets and a lot of storage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-m-m-s-incident\">The M&amp;M&#8217;s Incident<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Durka-012149272-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"The UBR Gen2 stock will fit 49 M&amp;M's.\" class=\"wp-image-178254\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Magpul UBR Gen2 stock with 49 M&amp;M&#8217;s<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I have seen a lot of people over the years joke about storing M&amp;M&#8217;s in their Magpul parts.\u00a0 Up until now though, I never found a definitive answer on how many fit.\u00a0Well this is GunsAmerica and guns and candy are serious business so for you guys, the readers  I found out.\u00a0The UBR Gen2 will hold 49 standard (non-peanut M&amp;M&#8217;s) and the K2XL will hold 54 for a grand total of 103.\u00a0 Reeces Pieces gave similar results give or take 2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Durka-203847371-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Melted chocolate in the stock makes a mess.\" class=\"wp-image-178255\" width=\"840\" height=\"560\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">They melt in your mouth and in your stock.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">WARNING:&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>M&amp;M&#8217;s, Reeces Pieces, and all chocolate-based candies should never be stored in your Magpul grip or stock during summer matches.&nbsp; Despite the candy coating, they will melt.&nbsp; Stick with something like Pez and save the chocolate candy for wintertime.&nbsp; Both my stock and grip became a melted mess of chocolate and broken shells.&nbsp; Once home in the air conditioning, they solidified into solid lumps.&nbsp; The grip had to be removed and the stock had to be completely disassembled to chisel out the big chunks.&nbsp; A lot of small remnants remained and lots of hot water and elbow grease were required to totally eradicate the chocolate.&nbsp; 1 star, do not recommend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Durka-001520670-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Prying chocolate out of the CDR stock.\" class=\"wp-image-178256\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Chiseling out M&amp;M&#8217;s after the melted chocolate cooled.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-magpul-finishing-touches\">Magpul Finishing Touches<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For stability and shooting prone, I used the <a href=\"https:\/\/magpul.com\/bipod-arms-17s-style.html?mp_global_color=118&amp;utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Magpul bipod<\/a> with the&nbsp; ARMS 17s head with the <a href=\"https:\/\/magpul.com\/magpul-qr-rail-grabber-17s-style-adapter.html?mp_global_color=118\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/magpul.com\/magpul-qr-rail-grabber-17s-style-adapter.html?mp_global_color=118&amp;utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rail Grabber<\/a> adapter.&nbsp; The Magpul bipod is light yet durable with a lot of vertical adjustment.&nbsp; The Rail Grabber lets you quickly attach or detach the bipod from your rifle with a twist of a knob.&nbsp; It also attaches to both Picatinny and ARCA rails giving you a ton of versatility.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Durka-11-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"PMAG was the only choice for he CDR.\" class=\"wp-image-178258\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">PMAGs, because they work and are inexpensive.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Lastly, the Civilian Defensive Rifle was fitted with the king of magazines, the PMAG.&nbsp; I like the windowed 30-round versions as I can see how many rounds I have left in the mag.&nbsp; PMAGs are cheap, reliable, and super durable.&nbsp; Why use anything else?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-m-81-arid-cerakote-pro-2-customs\">M-81 Arid Cerakote &#8211; Pro 2 Customs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the Civilian Defensive Rifle was built and finished, the upper, lower, and handguard went over the <a href=\"https:\/\/pro2customs.com\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/pro2customs.com\/cerakote-color-guide\/?utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pro 2 Customs<\/a> to get a little flair and style.&nbsp; I like desert camo styles and I live in the desert so it works well here too.&nbsp; Bryan at Pro 2 did an amazing job applying M-81 Arid camo to the Civilian Defensive Rifle using Cerakote.&nbsp; M-81 is the old 80s woodland camo pattern used in the US and Arid is the desert version.&nbsp; As seen in the photos the M-81 Arid blends in nicely with the Arizona desert.&nbsp; They do some cool and crazy coatings (like Miami Tiger Stripe) so give them a call if you want a cool Cerakote job for your pistol or rifle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Durka-0005-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"The CDR with custom Cerakote.\" class=\"wp-image-178259\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Detail view of the side charger handle and  M-81 Arid Cerakote by <a href=\"https:\/\/pro2customs.com\/cerakote-color-guide\/?utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pro 2 Customs<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ammo-testing-with-the-cdr\">Ammo Testing with the CDR<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>My ammunition pick for using the CDR is IMI Razercore 77gr OTM.&nbsp; This is IMI&#8217;s copy of Mk262 by Black Hills.&nbsp; It is often easier to find and about 25 cents less per round while performing at 95% of the Black Hills in terms of velocity and accuracy. &nbsp;Mk 262 aka 77gr OTM uses a Sierra Match King 77gr bullet and gets speeds around 2700 fps in an 18-inch barrel, 2400 fps in the 11.5 CPO.&nbsp; I like it because the Sierra Match King bullet design dumps a ton of energy into the target in a very short distance.&nbsp; It is fast and has a proven track record when shooting people in short-barreled rifles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Ballistic-X-Export-2022-05-17-220556.862614-709x1024.jpg\" alt=\"A great group for a fighting rifle.\" class=\"wp-image-178260\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">1.13 MOA 5 shot group at 200 yards with Razorcore 77gr OTM.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I tested a variety of ammo in the Civilian Defensive Rifle using 55, 75, and 77gr projectiles in both handloads and factory ammo.&nbsp; Hornady 55gr produced groups around 1.4 MOA and the Razorcore 77gr about 1.1 MOA at 100 yards with the suppressor.&nbsp; With the can removed the Razorcore was under 1 MOA at 100 yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-thoughts-on-the-cdr\">Final Thoughts on the CDR<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As always, part of my testing process included shooting the rifle in competitions.&nbsp; I brought it to Multigun, medium-range AR matches (400 yards), long-range \u201caccurized\u201d style AR matches (700 yards), and even a PRS match.&nbsp; It held its own in the mid-pack of the multi-gun and AR matches, and while outclassed in PRS it did make some tough hits on small targets far away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Durka-8-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"The CDR can easily hit targets past 300 yards with a red dot.\" class=\"wp-image-178261\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Engaging 300-yard targets from a tank trap with an Aimpoint H-2 red dot and Trijicon 3x magnifier. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Hitting a man-sized target out to 400 yards is easy like Sunday morning for the CDR, and 400 yards is a lot farther away than it or I will likely face in a defensive scenario.&nbsp; It is extremely reliable, and exactly what I want in a defensive rifle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CDR Specs and Buildlist:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Barrel:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;11.5 inch <a href=\"https:\/\/craddockprecision.com\/signature-11-5-223-wylde\/?utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Craddock Precision Signature Series<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Barrel Blank:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bartleinbarrels.com?utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bartlein Barrels<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chamber:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 223 Wylde<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Twist Rate: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1 in 7.7 inches<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gas Length:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href=\"https:\/\/craddockprecision.com\/signature-11-5-223-wylde\/?utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Carbine Plus One (CPO)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Length \u2013 Stock Extended:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;        38.5 inches<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Length \u2013 Stock Collapsed:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;       34.5 inches<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Length \u2013 Folded with Can:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;    26 inches<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Weight:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;11.5 pounds<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>M&amp;M Capacity:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;  103 Standard (non-peanut)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lower Receiver:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href=\"https:\/\/kearms.americommerce.com\/lower-flared-mag-well?utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">KE Arms KE-15 Billet Flared Mag-Well<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Upper Receiver:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gibbzarms.com\/product\/mg4-side-charging-upper-receiver\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gibbzarms.com\/product\/mg4-side-charging-upper-receiver\/?utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gibbz Arms MG4 Side Charging Upper<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bolt Carrier Group:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;     <a href=\"https:\/\/jprifles.com\/buy.php?item=JPBC-2%20BCG\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/jprifles.com\/buy.php?item=JPBC-2%20BCG&amp;utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">JP Enterprises Full Mass BCG<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Buffer\/Spring:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;   <a href=\"https:\/\/jprifles.com\/buy.php?item=JPSCS2-15-LAW&amp;utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">JP Enterprises Silent Captured Spring<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Folding Adapter:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawtactical.com\/ar_folding_stock_adapter_gen_3_m_p\/99312.htm?utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Law Tactical Gen 3-M<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>M81 Arid Cerakote:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;     <a href=\"https:\/\/pro2customs.com\/cerakote-color-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/pro2customs.com\/cerakote-color-guide\/?utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pro 2 Customs<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Trigger:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/kearms.americommerce.com\/rts-1-sear-link-technology-trigger.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/kearms.americommerce.com\/rts-1-sear-link-technology-trigger-with-ambi-selector.aspx?utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">KE Arms RTS-1 Rekluse<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Safety:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/kearms.americommerce.com\/ambi-selector-bar\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/kearms.americommerce.com\/rts-1-sear-link-technology-trigger-with-ambi-selector.aspx?utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">KE Arms Ambi Bar 45 degree<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Forward Assist:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.egwguns.com\/ar-forward-assist-plug\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.egwguns.com\/ar-forward-assist-plug?utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">EGW Forward Assist Delete Plug<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gas Block:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;   <a href=\"https:\/\/slrrifleworks.com\/gb7-micro-gas-block-set-screw\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/slrrifleworks.com\/gb7-micro-gas-block-set-screw\/?utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SLR Rifleworks GB7<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Suppressor:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;   <a href=\"https:\/\/www.surefire.com\/products\/suppressors-division\/suppressors\/socom556-rc2-suppressor\/?utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Surefire SOCOM556 RC2<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Muzzle Device&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;   <a href=\"https:\/\/www.surefire.com\/products\/suppressors-division\/muzzle-devices\/socom-muzzle-brake\/?utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - Part 2: The Build\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Surefire SOCOM Muzzle Brake<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Weapon Light:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;   <a href=\"https:\/\/www.surefire.com\/products\/illumination\/weapon-lights\/scout-light-pro-dual-fuel\/?utm_source=GunsAmerica\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"clickTracking\" campaign=\"the-civilian-defensive-rifle-part-2-the-build\" title=\"The Civilian Defensive Rifle - 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