Hey everyone, this is Nathan from Mitchell Defense, and we’re excited to bring you a detailed review of our Mitchell Defense Rifle, as tested and reviewed by the team at Parallel Defense. A big thank you to SM and Jay for taking the time to put our rifle through its paces and share their insights with you.
In this video, SM and Jay will be discussing the shootability, build quality, and a range of standout features of our rifle. They’ve had it for about 2-3 months and have already put 1,000 rounds through it, all while running it suppressed without any modifications. Here’s what they have to say:
- Initial Impressions: Jay and SM both love the well-balanced feel of the rifle and the ambidextrous controls, including the charging handle and bolt release.
- Build Quality: Our rifle is built with a 7075 T6 Billet receiver, ensuring no play between the upper and lower receivers. This premium material adds to the rifle’s stability and accuracy.
- Thermal Fitting: We thermally fit the barrel, a process that ensures a precise fit and enhances accuracy. This is a feature typically found in high-end rifles from brands like KNS Armament or HK.
- Weight and Handling: Despite the Billet receiver, the rifle doesn’t feel heavy. It’s well-balanced and feels more like a 12.5-inch barrel rifle, even with the suppressor attached.
- M-LOK Slots: The M-LOK slots are continuous around the rail, allowing for versatile accessory placement without the need for additional mounts.
- Trigger: The rifle comes with a high-quality trigger, which is a significant upgrade over standard factory triggers.
- Gas Block: The gas block is pinned, adding to the rifle’s durability and reliability.
- Mag Well: The flared mag well makes magazine changes smoother and more efficient.
- Selector Switch: The ambidex selector switch is designed to be short on one end and long on the other, preventing it from getting in the way of your knuckles.
Value and Practicality:
- Price Point: At around $1,600, our Mitchell Defense Rifle offers a lot of premium features right out of the box, making it a great value for those who don’t want to build their own rifle.
- User-Friendly: The rifle is user-friendly and practical, with features like the ambidextrous bolt release and continuous M-LOK slots.
- Law Enforcement Recommendation: SM and Jay highly recommend this rifle for law enforcement use due to its reliability and the fact that it doesn’t require any tuning, whether running suppressed or unsuppressed.
Final Thoughts:
- Overall Quality: The build quality is top-notch, and they didn’t notice any imperfections.
- Recommendation: If you’re looking for a high-quality, ready-to-use rifle, the Mitchell Defense Rifle is definitely worth considering.
