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  • Taking a closer look at the SAINT.
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  • @JTWaylon
    @JTWaylon Před 4 lety +11

    I love my SAINT🇺🇸

  • @tfeltmat2903
    @tfeltmat2903 Před 7 lety +11

    Like the stock, like the barrel, like the trigger, like the hand guard, like the grip, like the dual aperture sight, like the weight, like the mid-length gas system and the heavy buffer. Shot the gun and think it's baller for it's price point.

  • @danperry3116
    @danperry3116 Před 2 lety +6

    I'm coming to this video 4 years late, but I just got my saint victor and I love it. In 2021 the cost was more, but the victor has been upgraded. Vortex red dot optics and B5 grip and adjustable stock full length metal free floating hand guard and flip up iron sights

  • @BolinFoto
    @BolinFoto Před 7 lety +14

    Hail Garand full of grace, Father of M1,
    John Browning is with thee, blessed man amongst gunmakers.
    Pray for us shooters now and at the hour of our need.
    Blessed are the wares of Springfield Armory.
    We anoint your creation with thy scented and lubcirating holy oil so that bolt and en bloc clip does not snag and malfunction
    May your blessed .30-06 Springfield caliber round be guided by your hand and strike our enemies to the ground with righteous fury.
    Protect us oh Holy Garand from the evils that try with all might to make your holy creation a weak and unwanted blasphemy.
    Hail Garand full of grace, Father of M1,
    John Browning is with thee, blessed man amongst gunmakers.
    Amen!

  • @djarnoldo516
    @djarnoldo516 Před 7 lety +5

    Wow. Love SA, have many. It took quite a while for them to introduce a competitor in the crowded, commodity-laden AR-15 market, but what a debut!

  • @CommaderRockwell
    @CommaderRockwell Před rokem +1

    My first AR.... can't wait to pick her up on Friday!

  • @MidnightWolfman666
    @MidnightWolfman666 Před 2 lety +1

    Magnifico, una verdadera belleza

  • @andrewrowzee5411
    @andrewrowzee5411 Před 7 lety +9

    I just bought one! Trying it out tomorrow traded my smith and wesson m and p! stoked

  • @codymcdaniel5466
    @codymcdaniel5466 Před 3 lety +1

    I absolutely love my saint!

  • @PaulJersey
    @PaulJersey Před 2 lety

    I love it! Simple! I like iron sights, a 2 point sling, and a decent light. Nothing else.

  • @richardeckhardt4294
    @richardeckhardt4294 Před 7 lety +3

    my saint is broken. sent it to springfield twice now with messed up casings so they could inspect and I was told today that they can't duplicate the problem I'm having. I'm shooting federal, Remington, and other great ammo. hopefully they can fix it or give me a new gun but as of now not happy

  • @hshs5756
    @hshs5756 Před 7 lety +7

    To the Springfield ad agency, I have to congratulate you for taking firearms advertising to a new level. You even made me want it, and I don't need it! Edward Bernays would be proud.

  • @americanrebel6931
    @americanrebel6931 Před 7 lety +6

    looks great. Can't wait to try one. Just hope an .308 version is on the way.

  • @larryh3267
    @larryh3267 Před rokem +1

    Just bought my saint and it is a tack driver

  • @9etherman833
    @9etherman833 Před 3 lety +1

    I'm abt to get my first rifle the Saint or the cz Bren is my choice the Saint is a lot cheaper so I might rock with the Saint

  • @E52O4
    @E52O4 Před 7 lety

    A lot of good points below. Still, the market for budget ARs just got served notice. There are a lot of people who would rather pay for them build a decent rifle. The Saint doesn't have a lot of bells and whistles, just good components for the cost. However, I've built a couple of ARs with far better components, including drop in triggers for around the same price mark. The current market might be difficult, but not impossible to find components. You just need to shop around.

  • @GreenSweeper
    @GreenSweeper Před 7 lety

    Shot a friends and loved it, cant beat it for the price. Was on wish list at buds for it and got the email two days ago that they had it in stock so I purchased right away. Two hours later I am at work and tell coworker about buds having it stock and he logged in to purchase one and they were already sold out, glad I didn't hesitate on purchasing mine!

  • @robbiejk9613
    @robbiejk9613 Před 6 lety

    Can someone please tell me what optic is mounted on this Saint in the video? I'd like to get one.

  • @polduseri909
    @polduseri909 Před 5 lety

    Nice looking rifle like any other AR15. Instead of buying another I plan to build one but as a pistol with 7.5” barrel. Anderson and PSA have been selected as the primary providers for lower and upper. Any suggestion?

  • @JohnDoe-xf4mz
    @JohnDoe-xf4mz Před 2 lety

    Paid 750 for mine love it

  • @kevinfanning8027
    @kevinfanning8027 Před 2 lety

    Would a UTG Pro drop in handguard fit on this rifle?

  • @hanskurtmann6781
    @hanskurtmann6781 Před 2 lety

    I own over a dozen AR's in various lengths, calibers and styles etc Just like my equal amounts of AK's just NOT excited or interested in AR's (Or AK's) anymore and still hate the T handle, hated it in the military and still hate it I don't know why they keep making them its the one universally hated features of the AR, though I love my side charging AR's. Now the Hellion I will be buying.

  • @benb6827
    @benb6827 Před 7 lety +11

    A little late in the game. Nice rifle though. I rather build one.

  • @nimbly1693
    @nimbly1693 Před 6 lety +2

    Is this made in Croatia too?

    • @kwiturbitchin5277
      @kwiturbitchin5277 Před 5 lety +3

      Oh my god dude give it a rest. You’re on just about every Springfield video saying the same crap. No it’s made in America you idiot. Go back under your bridge troll.

  • @xxQued
    @xxQued Před 5 lety

    What kinda ear plugs is the women using at the 3 min mark.

  • @LesterSuggs
    @LesterSuggs Před 7 lety +5

    Does this commercial video imply the Saint is only for girls?

  • @tinman5419
    @tinman5419 Před 7 lety

    I agree with steven, it's just another ar and a disappointment, they should have built it with a gas piston.

  • @CurioRelic
    @CurioRelic Před 7 lety +1

    Taking pre-orders on this amazing AR Rifle by Springfield SAINT 556, amazing work once again, for preorders email me at saint@curiosrelics.com or visit www.curiosandrelics.com to check availability.

  • @semperflyer797
    @semperflyer797 Před 7 lety +5

    I think Springfield Armory has hit a homerun with this rifle. Maybe not a grand slam, but a home run nonetheless. I just hope that they're prepared to meet the demand I have a feeling this rifle is going to produce. The only complaint(s) I have are the fixed front sight, and the handguard stop. I'd rather see flip up front and rear sights and I'd rather be able to put my own foregrip/stop as far forward as possible. Other than that it looks like an awesome PDW ready to rock and roll right out of the box, and finally at a price point that anyone should be able to afford, without having to spend extra money in upgrades. Way to go guys!

  • @resoluteprotector7145
    @resoluteprotector7145 Před 3 lety

    Is that Job Bernthal?

  • @antcontreras
    @antcontreras Před 7 lety +26

    can't tell who they are trying to appeal to. home defense, cross fit types, thrifty shooters... a bit all over the place.

    • @StupidIdiot12345
      @StupidIdiot12345 Před 6 lety +2

      lmao at "cross fit types"

    • @rickyw.2631
      @rickyw.2631 Před 6 lety +1

      Antonio Contreras lol, it's basically a nice starter rifle for first time buyers, no?

    • @SpartacusColo
      @SpartacusColo Před 4 lety

      Those yoga tights should really be coyote tan.

  • @bubbaleon
    @bubbaleon Před 7 lety +5

    Mil-Spec upper and lower with a bunch of BCM components, how is this innovative?

    • @StupidIdiot12345
      @StupidIdiot12345 Před 6 lety

      Why the fuck are you looking to guns for "innovation"? It's a fucking rifle, man.

    • @750suzuki7
      @750suzuki7 Před 5 lety

      @DeadStik Innovation -- showing hot white and black girls blasting in slo-mo with their Saints, with a semi-rock, semi-?funk audio sound trak background. Works for me!!!

  • @geraldwest3428
    @geraldwest3428 Před 7 lety +1

    The more the merrier...clean looking rifle!

  • @MtnBadger
    @MtnBadger Před 7 lety

    "Accu-tight system!?" Are you kidding? Any upper and lower manufactured in the same place should fit tightly and remain rattle free. They missed the mark on this weapon and I'll tell you why... READ THIS!
    One good example, I own a CORE 15. One of the best pre-built weapons out there as to fit, finish and reliability. Their base rifle is actually lighter and a little cheaper. The only difference I see is upgraded stocks on the Springfield which is probably where some of the weight/cost difference is.
    They spent tons of money on advert/marketing and none on the weapon for things like control upgrades, and mag well enhancement. They say "G.I. trigger with a coating," like its supposed to make our heads spin, which means they cheaped out on the fire controls instead of using an upgraded trigger system.
    It would add less than a hundred bucks to their production costs, at the quantity they would purchase, to add a tuned, "middle of road" fire control which would perform well for most shooters, which would be quite attractive to those wanting a quality, pre-built unit and especially to those who cant do upgrades themselves.
    This is obviously being marketed to people new to the platform who don't want to, or can't, tinker and trade parts before they go shooting. Those people (and us) need something that sets this weapon aside from the rest of the "off the shelf" offerings currently on the market. Better trigger, magazine release and safety controls and an enhanced mag well would have hit the mark, no pun intended.
    "Ooohhh... Melonite barrel..." Melonite, nitride or chrome lined barrels are all good, it just depends on desired total round life and situational use (marine, desert, etc.) as to which is "best" for the shooter. More marketing goosh.
    Don't forget, people. Unless you have specific needs, even base level stock systems are quite sufficient for home defense and general use. A white light/mount can be added without needing expensive, free floating front stocks. If you don't know what that means, this is for you.
    All things considered, if youre able, better to spend around $600 on a decent, base unit and add the stocks and controls YOU want and end up with a better weapon at about the same cost (Under $1,000). Even if you have to pay your local gun shop some labor to do it for you. It doesn't take long and it's very easy for them to do. An upgrade butt stock often takes only a few seconds. If that's not for you and you want a "buy and shoot unit..." You can still buy a quality AR style weapon for under $800.
    Until I see something mechanically advantageous on this thing, I'll stick to my CORE 15 for a proven, high quality, off the rack weapon for about the same money.
    Before you start bombing me with all the ways I've gone wrong, it's just one opinion from someone with above average experience. Do your research and happy shooting!!!

  • @null2470
    @null2470 Před 5 lety +2

    This is the Chevy commercial of AR-15's.

  • @ronnietoney1093
    @ronnietoney1093 Před 7 lety +1

    Ready to Shoot , Made in America . I'll get my hands on one!

  • @dondesjardins1540
    @dondesjardins1540 Před 5 lety

    Was that a "Walking Dead" video? Makes me want to join a gym, put on a muscle shirt and go blow shit up!

  • @patrioticamerican6291
    @patrioticamerican6291 Před 5 lety

    SPRING FIELD ?.GREAT MAKER ...again NO FAN A. TWO ...but the XD 9 MM I HAVE is AWESOME!!! AND THE MOD2 9mm
    Unbelievable great .....will purchase again! THSNK YOU SPringfiEILD !!!!

  • @mahilo3550
    @mahilo3550 Před 7 lety +5

    An MSRP of $900 for a rifle still using an outdated A2 gas block front sight. You can easily tell the where the design is 30 years old with that. Why did this not get omitted? It definitely restricts the customization and is a feature commonly found among only the cheaper models of the AR-15 market.

    • @doughesson
      @doughesson Před 6 lety +2

      Maybe some people like "Original Recipe" more than they enjoy "Extra Crispy",huh?

  • @christopherbarger6112
    @christopherbarger6112 Před 5 lety

    I find it funny
    The current Springfield Armory hasn’t designed a single firearm.
    The M1. Jean Garand.
    The 1911. John Moses Browning.
    XD. HS2000. Croatian.
    I like Springfield, but fuck. Don’t claim to be something you aren’t.

  • @Maniac742
    @Maniac742 Před 7 lety +1

    Who in the hell still uses A2 front sights and non-floated rails? Seriously, Springfield? Have we not advanced since the 1980s?

  • @josuecheves187
    @josuecheves187 Před 7 lety

    now if glock made an ar it would be something to see,it looks like a regualr ar 15 with saint stamped on the side ,people in the gun world are already making fun of it ,

  • @bouttobreak12
    @bouttobreak12 Před 7 lety +6

    got a chance to shoot one. not impressed. build your own.

  • @gtrdline
    @gtrdline Před 4 lety +1

    This is a very woke commercial.

  • @madveteran7945
    @madveteran7945 Před 7 lety +2

    Are you fucking shitting me? They need to can whoever the hell is in charge of marketing. This has already been done and honestly it looks cheap. It looks like they went and refurbished a bunch of Vietnam era rifles and or passing them off as "new". I give this a huge thumbs down. I mean c'mon. Who the hell are you all competing with? Colt and SW make a far better rifle in this price point. I think the product as well as the marketing has been a huge failure for the company and I see this being discontinued in the near future. Just sayin'.

  • @Shooter11B
    @Shooter11B Před 7 lety +3

    After months and months of hype and teases etc. in the advertising campaign, I was SO disappointed to see just another AR-15. Really S.A. Really? Your advertising hinted at a revolutionary "thing" that changes everything. Where is it? Not here. There is nothing new here, NOTHING. I build my own AR's anyway and never touch anything without a gas piston anymore. By the way, I LOVE everything else you make and have no doubt this is a wonderful firearm at a great price point, but it DOES NOT live up to the advertising campaign in any way and I for one was incredibly underwhelmed when I learned it was just another AR. Try again S.A.

    • @Shooter11B
      @Shooter11B Před 7 lety

      The company leadership has obviously been compromised by the libtards.

  • @lfaulcon4200
    @lfaulcon4200 Před 4 lety

    Every gun I have is better

  • @rtfjet7
    @rtfjet7 Před 7 lety +2

    In not buying one of these anymore cause Springfield threw the entire firearms community under the bus.

  • @johnphillips222
    @johnphillips222 Před 7 lety +3

    Yawn, another AR-15 rifle on the market. This is a dollar short and a day late.When the marketing people film videos like this it would be nice to use actors and actresses that are able to shoot the rifle with proper form. The actors don't know how to hold the rifle, aim through the sights, or operate the trigger. This is some of the worst novice shooting I have seen. The cool graphics and music must make up for the poor abilities of the shooters. It would be nice to have Springfield use actors that had some experience shooting a rifle before.

    • @christopherbarger6112
      @christopherbarger6112 Před 5 lety

      John Phillips well it was designed to be sold to beginners. Who want a good rifle at a low cost to learn on.
      If I was in the commercial, I’d look just as bad when I first started shooting.
      Not everyone is perfect.

  • @nodozz2
    @nodozz2 Před 7 lety +2

    Sorry I don't buy from scum companies...

  • @patrioticamerican6291
    @patrioticamerican6291 Před 5 lety

    I NOT A FAN OF A2 front site.....YOUR DEDICATED TO ONE....can't change height

  • @Joe_Bowl
    @Joe_Bowl Před 6 lety

    "Accu-tight system!?" Are you kidding? Any upper and lower manufactured in the same place should fit tightly and remain rattle free. They missed the mark on this weapon and I'll tell you why... READ THIS!
    One good example, I own a CORE 15. One of the best pre-built weapons out there as to fit, finish and reliability. Their base rifle is actually lighter and a little cheaper. The only difference I see is upgraded stocks on the Springfield which is probably where some of the weight/cost difference is.
    They spent tons of money on advert/marketing and none on the weapon for things like control upgrades, and mag well enhancement. They say "G.I. trigger with a coating," like its supposed to make our heads spin, which means they cheaped out on the fire controls instead of using an upgraded trigger system.
    It would add less than a hundred bucks to their production costs, at the quantity they would purchase, to add a tuned, "middle of road" fire control which would perform well for most shooters, which would be quite attractive to those wanting a quality, pre-built unit and especially to those who cant do upgrades themselves.
    This is obviously being marketed to people new to the platform who don't want to, or can't, tinker and trade parts before they go shooting. Those people (and us) need something that sets this weapon aside from the rest of the "off the shelf" offerings currently on the market. Better trigger, magazine release and safety controls and an enhanced mag well would have hit the mark, no pun intended.
    "Ooohhh... Melonite barrel..." Melonite, nitride or chrome lined barrels are all good, it just depends on desired total round life and situational use (marine, desert, etc.) as to which is "best" for the shooter. More marketing goosh.
    Don't forget, people. Unless you have specific needs, even base level stock systems are quite sufficient for home defense and general use. A white light/mount can be added without needing expensive, free floating front stocks. If you don't know what that means, this is for you.
    All things considered, if youre able, better to spend around $600 on a decent, base unit and add the stocks and controls YOU want and end up with a better weapon at about the same cost (Under $1,000). Even if you have to pay your local gun shop some labor to do it for you. It doesn't take long and it's very easy for them to do. An upgrade butt stock often takes only a few seconds. If that's not for you and you want a "buy and shoot unit..." You can still buy a quality AR style weapon for under $800.
    Until I see something mechanically advantageous on this thing, I'll stick to my CORE 15 for a proven, high quality, off the rack weapon for about the same money.
    Before you start bombing me with all the ways I've gone wrong, it's just one opinion from someone with above average experience. Do your research and happy shooting!!!

    • @patriot-wf1er
      @patriot-wf1er Před 5 lety

      I have a core and and Springfield. Core is great rifle for the price. Haven't shot my saint yet.

  • @MtnBadger
    @MtnBadger Před 7 lety

    "Accu-tight system!?" Are you kidding? Any upper and lower manufactured in the same place should fit tightly and remain rattle free. They missed the mark on this weapon and I'll tell you why... READ THIS!
    One good example, I own a CORE 15. One of the best pre-built weapons out there as to fit, finish and reliability. Their base rifle is actually lighter and a little cheaper. The only difference I see is upgraded stocks on the Springfield which is probably where some of the weight/cost difference is.
    They spent tons of money on advert/marketing and none on the weapon for things like control upgrades, and mag well enhancement. They say "G.I. trigger with a coating," like its supposed to make our heads spin, which means they cheaped out on the fire controls instead of using an upgraded trigger system.
    It would add less than a hundred bucks to their production costs, at the quantity they would purchase, to add a tuned, "middle of road" fire control which would perform well for most shooters, which would be quite attractive to those wanting a quality, pre-built unit and especially to those who cant do upgrades themselves.
    This is obviously being marketed to people new to the platform who don't want to, or can't, tinker and trade parts before they go shooting. Those people (and us) need something that sets this weapon aside from the rest of the "off the shelf" offerings currently on the market. Better trigger, magazine release and safety controls and an enhanced mag well would have hit the mark, no pun intended.
    "Ooohhh... Melonite barrel..." Melonite, nitride or chrome lined barrels are all good, it just depends on desired total round life and situational use (marine, desert, etc.) as to which is "best" for the shooter. More marketing goosh.
    Don't forget, people. Unless you have specific needs, even base level stock systems are quite sufficient for home defense and general use. A white light/mount can be added without needing expensive, free floating front stocks. If you don't know what that means, this is for you.
    All things considered, if youre able, better to spend around $600 on a decent, base unit and add the stocks and controls YOU want and end up with a better weapon at about the same cost (Under $1,000). Even if you have to pay your local gun shop some labor to do it for you. It doesn't take long and it's very easy for them to do. An upgrade butt stock often takes only a few seconds. If that's not for you and you want a "buy and shoot unit..." You can still buy a quality AR style weapon for under $800.
    Until I see something mechanically advantageous on this thing, I'll stick to my CORE 15 for a proven, high quality, off the rack weapon for about the same money.
    Before you start bombing me with all the ways I've gone wrong, it's just one opinion from someone with above average experience. Do your research and happy shooting!!!

    • @calebosborn9527
      @calebosborn9527 Před 6 lety

      "Accu-tight system!?" Are you kidding? Any upper and lower manufactured in the same place should fit tightly and remain rattle free. They missed the mark on this weapon and I'll tell you why... READ THIS!
      One good example, I own a CORE 15. One of the best pre-built weapons out there as to fit, finish and reliability. Their base rifle is actually lighter and a little cheaper. The only difference I see is upgraded stocks on the Springfield which is probably where some of the weight/cost difference is.
      They spent tons of money on advert/marketing and none on the weapon for things like control upgrades, and mag well enhancement. They say "G.I. trigger with a coating," like its supposed to make our heads spin, which means they cheaped out on the fire controls instead of using an upgraded trigger system.
      It would add less than a hundred bucks to their production costs, at the quantity they would purchase, to add a tuned, "middle of road" fire control which would perform well for most shooters, which would be quite attractive to those wanting a quality, pre-built unit and especially to those who cant do upgrades themselves.
      This is obviously being marketed to people new to the platform who don't want to, or can't, tinker and trade parts before they go shooting. Those people (and us) need something that sets this weapon aside from the rest of the "off the shelf" offerings currently on the market. Better trigger, magazine release and safety controls and an enhanced mag well would have hit the mark, no pun intended.
      "Ooohhh... Melonite barrel..." Melonite, nitride or chrome lined barrels are all good, it just depends on desired total round life and situational use (marine, desert, etc.) as to which is "best" for the shooter. More marketing goosh.
      Don't forget, people. Unless you have specific needs, even base level stock systems are quite sufficient for home defense and general use. A white light/mount can be added without needing expensive, free floating front stocks. If you don't know what that means, this is for you.
      All things considered, if youre able, better to spend around $600 on a decent, base unit and add the stocks and controls YOU want and end up with a better weapon at about the same cost (Under $1,000). Even if you have to pay your local gun shop some labor to do it for you. It doesn't take long and it's very easy for them to do. An upgrade butt stock often takes only a few seconds. If that's not for you and you want a "buy and shoot unit..." You can still buy a quality AR style weapon for under $800.
      Until I see something mechanically advantageous on this thing, I'll stick to my CORE 15 for a proven, high quality, off the rack weapon for about the same money.
      Before you start bombing me with all the ways I've gone wrong, it's just one opinion from someone with above average experience. Do your research and happy shooting!!!

    • @Joe_Bowl
      @Joe_Bowl Před 6 lety

      "Accu-tight system!?" Are you kidding? Any upper and lower manufactured in the same place should fit tightly and remain rattle free. They missed the mark on this weapon and I'll tell you why... READ THIS!
      One good example, I own a CORE 15. One of the best pre-built weapons out there as to fit, finish and reliability. Their base rifle is actually lighter and a little cheaper. The only difference I see is upgraded stocks on the Springfield which is probably where some of the weight/cost difference is.
      They spent tons of money on advert/marketing and none on the weapon for things like control upgrades, and mag well enhancement. They say "G.I. trigger with a coating," like its supposed to make our heads spin, which means they cheaped out on the fire controls instead of using an upgraded trigger system.
      It would add less than a hundred bucks to their production costs, at the quantity they would purchase, to add a tuned, "middle of road" fire control which would perform well for most shooters, which would be quite attractive to those wanting a quality, pre-built unit and especially to those who cant do upgrades themselves.
      This is obviously being marketed to people new to the platform who don't want to, or can't, tinker and trade parts before they go shooting. Those people (and us) need something that sets this weapon aside from the rest of the "off the shelf" offerings currently on the market. Better trigger, magazine release and safety controls and an enhanced mag well would have hit the mark, no pun intended.
      "Ooohhh... Melonite barrel..." Melonite, nitride or chrome lined barrels are all good, it just depends on desired total round life and situational use (marine, desert, etc.) as to which is "best" for the shooter. More marketing goosh.
      Don't forget, people. Unless you have specific needs, even base level stock systems are quite sufficient for home defense and general use. A white light/mount can be added without needing expensive, free floating front stocks. If you don't know what that means, this is for you.
      All things considered, if youre able, better to spend around $600 on a decent, base unit and add the stocks and controls YOU want and end up with a better weapon at about the same cost (Under $1,000). Even if you have to pay your local gun shop some labor to do it for you. It doesn't take long and it's very easy for them to do. An upgrade butt stock often takes only a few seconds. If that's not for you and you want a "buy and shoot unit..." You can still buy a quality AR style weapon for under $800.
      Until I see something mechanically advantageous on this thing, I'll stick to my CORE 15 for a proven, high quality, off the rack weapon for about the same money.
      Before you start bombing me with all the ways I've gone wrong, it's just one opinion from someone with above average experience. Do your research and happy shooting!!!

    • @RealHORNE7
      @RealHORNE7 Před 6 lety

      "Accu-tight system!?" Are you kidding? Any upper and lower manufactured in the same place should fit tightly and remain rattle free. They missed the mark on this weapon and I'll tell you why... READ THIS!
      One good example, I own a CORE 15. One of the best pre-built weapons out there as to fit, finish and reliability. Their base rifle is actually lighter and a little cheaper. The only difference I see is upgraded stocks on the Springfield which is probably where some of the weight/cost difference is.
      They spent tons of money on advert/marketing and none on the weapon for things like control upgrades, and mag well enhancement. They say "G.I. trigger with a coating," like its supposed to make our heads spin, which means they cheaped out on the fire controls instead of using an upgraded trigger system.
      It would add less than a hundred bucks to their production costs, at the quantity they would purchase, to add a tuned, "middle of road" fire control which would perform well for most shooters, which would be quite attractive to those wanting a quality, pre-built unit and especially to those who cant do upgrades themselves.
      This is obviously being marketed to people new to the platform who don't want to, or can't, tinker and trade parts before they go shooting. Those people (and us) need something that sets this weapon aside from the rest of the "off the shelf" offerings currently on the market. Better trigger, magazine release and safety controls and an enhanced mag well would have hit the mark, no pun intended.
      "Ooohhh... Melonite barrel..." Melonite, nitride or chrome lined barrels are all good, it just depends on desired total round life and situational use (marine, desert, etc.) as to which is "best" for the shooter. More marketing goosh.
      Don't forget, people. Unless you have specific needs, even base level stock systems are quite sufficient for home defense and general use. A white light/mount can be added without needing expensive, free floating front stocks. If you don't know what that means, this is for you.
      All things considered, if youre able, better to spend around $600 on a decent, base unit and add the stocks and controls YOU want and end up with a better weapon at about the same cost (Under $1,000). Even if you have to pay your local gun shop some labor to do it for you. It doesn't take long and it's very easy for them to do. An upgrade butt stock often takes only a few seconds. If that's not for you and you want a "buy and shoot unit..." You can still buy a quality AR style weapon for under $800.
      Until I see something mechanically advantageous on this thing, I'll stick to my CORE 15 for a proven, high quality, off the rack weapon for about the same money.
      Before you start bombing me with all the ways I've gone wrong, it's just one opinion from someone with above average experience. Do your research and happy shooting!!!