Is Anderson AR-15 any good?

Conclusion. At the end of the day, I can safely say I was pleasantly surprised with Anderson Manufacturing and their AM15 Rifle. Plus, the Kentucky arms producer has a solid variety of good parts and components worth considering, especially if you’re looking to build your own AR.

Is Anderson arms still in business?

Bristol-based Anderson Manufacturing has been acquired by the principals of Big Shoulders Capital. The transaction closed July 17 for an undisclosed price. Northbrook, Illinois-based Big Shoulders provides turnaround and restructuring financing services such as asset-backed loans and sale-leasebacks.

Where are Anderson AR-15 made?

Hebron, Kentucky
For more than 30 years, Anderson Manufacturing has taken groundbreaking innovation to entirely new levels. Offering exceptional performance, reliability and value, each rifle we make is assembled in our Hebron, Kentucky facility utilizing only the highest-quality Anderson machined parts.

Can a AM 15 shoot 223?

Can you shoot 223 in a 5.56 chamber? Yes. . 223 Remington ammunition may be shot safely in a 5.56mm chamber.

What’s the difference between am 15 and AR-15?

Colt followed suit, and named their weapon the “M-15.” But, in all reality, it was just the same AR-15 with a different label carved in the aluminum. So, the short of it is this: An M-15 IS an AR-15. In fact, it’s the version most closely designed after the original namesake.

Who owns Anderson manufacturing?

CARL ANDERSON
CARL ANDERSON – Owner – ANDERSON MANUFACTURING | LinkedIn.

Which is better the Anderson M4 carbine or the Army issued rifle?

The trigger is definitely better than the Army issued rifles I have had to use. I would estimate about 1-2 mm of travel before a clean break. The travel is a little creepy if I’m really taking my time but, under stressful conditions it’s a non-factor anyway.

Which is better Anderson AM 15m416 or Army issued?

The upper and lower fit very well with virtually no wobble and only the slightest thread of observable light from the opposite side. Proprietary components such as the free float tube and rails are very solid and perfectly finished. The trigger is definitely better than the Army issued rifles I have had to use.

What are the performance claims of Anderson Manufacturing?

In a nutshell, the performance claims are almost exactly like those of Fail Zero. Also, they apparently will only sell matched uppers/lowers in order to assure tight fit. Lastly they only use 7075 aluminum for their upper and lower receivers. Their story and claims of quality assurance helped me decide to take a chance on a new manufacturer.

Why was Anderson Manufacturing forced to shut down?

They have been in the machining business for over 40 years but, because of the downturn in the economy were going to have to shut down until they decided to enter the AR-15 market. At first they produced OEM parts for other manufacturers, but then decided that they could produce a better rifle under their own brand.