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New S&W Axe AR line includes as many SBRs as carbines

Talyn

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Featuring “Ambi X Enhancement,” Tennessee-based Smith & Wesson debuted a new line of 5.56 NATO M&P15 rifles this week.

Besides full ambidextrous controls on the receiver, the new AXE line utilizes Gemtech GVAC technology in the uppers to minimize gas blowback when shooting suppressed.


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The Smith AXE series is introduced in four models, including factory SBRs with 11.5 and 14.5-inch barrels, a standard carbine with a 16.1-inch barrel, and a more upscale Performance Center rifle. The first three are all black with a Magpul CTR adjustable carbine stock, while the Performance Center model sports a Gray Cerakote and a Magpul DT stock.
 
I tried an 11.5" once but it turned out that a pinned 14.5" gave me all a I needed for my area without the greatly increased muzzle blast and performance loss of the 11.5".

Looks like S&W is taking the lead in the new SBR market since the tax $$ is going away.
 
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