The German HK SL8 Sport Rifle Story & Is One Worth Owning Today?
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Man you’re the only one who brings special toys and reviews them. Thank you 🙏
Thank you for watching
I live in The People's Republik of Massachusetts. This is one of the few high-quality semi-automatic rifles that we can buy. It only has a 10-round magazine (that's okay as The PRM only permits a maximum mag size of 10-rounds). It's heavy (great, it's really a target gun and its got a bull barrel for heat dissipation & accuracy). It doesn't have a threaded barrel (which is fine, as silencers/suppressors are illegal in The PRM). Additionally, it doesn't have a flash-hider or any other compensator/muzzle-device (which would need to be pinned/welded in The PRM). Also, it doesn't have a pistol grip stock (which is an "evil" feature in The PRM and the thumb-hole stock helps to make it legal here). So, what we've got is a high-end, semi-auto, precision rifle with an extremely reliable short-stroke piston action. It's not meant to compete with a 6 lb. AR15. (The proprietary magazines are VERY expensive, though!) 😱
Move to the free state of Arizona, we need more people like you down here.
@@harveylin3548move to the desert
@@stefane8512 How ignorant.
hey. It sucks that the laws there in mAss are so jacked, but I’m happy you can get this.
@@MJA5 Thank you! (Note: I legally registered a 5lb 6oz AR15 today, in the People's Republik of Massachusetts!!!) FTW
I remember a white SL8 at the LGS 8 years ago for nine hundred bucks. Another one I should have bought lol so many guns not enough money .
Just got an HK91 (g3 clone) mine is not an HK, But is still awesome! Beautiful rifle Misha !
Bought one to convert and one to keep original. I like them. Thanks for the informative video.
We had several in the shop back when CDNN was blowing them out. USCs too.
Fascinating information as always. Converting one seems like more work than turning a Norinco Hunter into a 7.62 Galil clone
I may be one of the weird ones, but I like the sl8 for what it is. It is not a G36, but it is pretty cool anyway on its own. A stock block conversion is the easier way to go to run a g36 stock and grip if you want to go that route.
Your reading my mind lol
I think you buy an SL8 if you want a relatively idiosyncratic HK rifle. I’m a sucker for HK stuff so if the price was right I’d probably pick one up in my weaker moments.
Palmetto State Armory had them for 999 about a week ago.
@@dennisveazey4469 I definitely caved
@@hermatred572 just got mine in a couple of days ago. Pretty freekin' sweet!!
These are 1100 now - trying to convince myself of sticking with a 20" precision AR build but i'm having a hard time when this performs so well and looks so cool
There was an R8 version meant for export to Australia around 2007 as well but customs quickly banned it from import. Basically a bolt action double stack SL8 without a gas system.
I kinda like it with the big ass stock
Hey, some like 'em big.
I've had my SL8 for a few months now, and I really like it, but I will say it's a huge, heavy rifle (it's no AR-15 for sure). I like the sci-fi design (same thing I like about my Beretta CX4), and I've never really been a fan of the standard AR-15 design. The whole magazine issue doesn't bother me too much, and I've gotten used to loading them (which takes an effort, as opposed to popping rounds easily into a double-stack mag). I also wish it had a bolt release button or lever, instead of pulling the charging handle back/releasing. This is a very accurate rifle - even with a basic little optic sitting up on the rail. And while it's pretty heavy to hold on-target without resting on a b-ipod or support, it's still very fun to take to the range. It comes with a very nice HK soft case and a multi-tool.
Real quick dumb question
Every where lists as .223, I was just wondering if it can take the pressures of 5.56? Or is it just semantics?
@@bQQm132 This isn't a dumb question at all! There are many people who believe that it is only .223; however, it absolutely accepts both .223 and 5.56. It's in the SL8 operator's manual and it's marked on the rifle (the 5.56 marking is only visible when you disassemble it). I know this because I just bought one!
@@sissydreams7494 rad thank you
@@sissydreams7494 I bought one last week, and mine is marked .223 everywhere. Not a 5.56 to be found. It's still the same exact chambering, just marked differently.
@@bQQm132 I had the same question, and from what I've read, it's 100% compatible with 5.56 (in fact, as others have pointed out, you will find the 5.56 marking on the lower hardware if you disassemble it. I've tried it, it works fine - .223 ammo just seems to be cheaper. After 5 months of shooting it, and maybe 200 rounds (without cleaning) it works great, and I've even fabricated a mag loader myself, as well as installing a pic rail on the bottom of the foregrip, in order to add a bi-pod. I wish it just came with that bottom rail, but whatever - it's an inexpensive add-on, and one worth adding, in my opinion.
Great video and info as always. These are
Going for 16 hundred here in socal. I like the 20 inch barrel
This is US version SL8-6. Up here in Canada we have SL8-4/5. Both accept G36 double stack magazines
however, in Canada we can only have 5 rd mags for it 🤣
If had one & I'd sell it & buy a T36
Interesting. Never knew that there were different types of SL8's, also didn't know that they came in anything but that light grey. I wonder if the USC's were like this.
Thanks for talking me out of getting one
I actually kinda like the scifi looks of the SL8. I love shooting mine but I utterly despise the single stack mags. I would convert to G36 mags but can't bring myself to dremel out the indented receiver which would weaken it and leave a hole in the side.
Additionally, you would have to replace with a G36 bolt.
@@misha5670 yeah but that's not a permanent alteration. I thought of installing a G36 bolt anyway just because until I saw the prices for them.
Truly enjoyed this one. Thanks!
(I think a lot of the clinton era stuff is very nostalgic for a lot of us. The dammed magwell is the only thing Id change on the sl8. Make urban grey great again!)
Thank you for the great review as you saved me 3500 from not buying the Tommy built . I may buy an sl8 as they are hovering at 1500
Great video as always , in my opinion there only worth buying if your gonna convert it to a g36 clone 😀 keep up the good work
I have an sl8 myself and for a diet g36 I find it rather suitable
Daniel p. Landreth stole mine and laughed telling me I would never see it again, pays to be a Sheriff's Deputy. Power to the State!
You forgot to add one thing. They shoot great and they're pretty accurate.
I’m dying at the double-ended-d*ldo-screw reference 😂 never heard Misha say anything like that before
Why I'm sure I haven't the foggiest clue what you are talking about hehehe
You can get 30-round mags at HK parts
15:20 yea I lol’d at work. Wasn’t ready for that.
If I got an SL8 to have it converted, I would have to get two just to keep one original. They are basically their own gun so by converting it you are destroying the old gun removing it from circulation.
Hi Misha. Do you offer the service or this is just a one time thing. Great video as always.
For the new inports is HK making it more G36 like, and have a regular double stack magwell, or will it still require the crazy conversions just to get it to be one?
Exactly the same (at least least as of the most recent batch from a couple months ago)
@@misha5670 Dang. I would think they would update them to being no more neutered than they needed too be. More people would certainly be willing to buy them if they were closer to a G36 and easier to convert back.
Good stuff!
The canadian version accepts double stacks. Go figure it out...
Tommy built conversion time?
Only reason to buy one.
Cheaper to get a stock and Magpul 30-round magazines
Canada had a magazine cap limit, but on the magazines not on the rifles themselves.
while i can appreciate quality something i cant have a military configuration of like a semi auto ak or ar i dont want one
Hell, I'll add the Remington 870 to that list. I despise the Express models.
So you never shot a match or target rifle?
@@cs-rj8ru I've done both im not interested in the sport side of things or hunting stuff
looking at a SL8-1 but has no iron sights, in grey , but has the vented grip, what years made, assume pre 2010?
I saw these for sale a month ago. They were relatively cheap (for an HK) at $1,600, then I instantly had the word "PROPRIETARY" scroll through my mind and thought of better ways to spend that kind of cash. I do have a love that continues with them from watching Billy Zane in Sniper field that beautiful HK of his. I saw one at a gun show for dale in the late 80's or early 90's that was like looking at a Porsche 959 to me at the time. It was the whole package! Then, I remember another rule from HK owners, which is that HK hates civilians, so their service is to ignore civilian customers at all cost. Friend had a pistol that grenaded on him with normal use, and they literally threatened him with lawyers if he made public posts about it being their fault. He promptly posted all his data and headaches about it.
it is the worst SL8, the "plastic" part is too much and the workmanship has a cheaper feel.
I think they are worth it if you either pay to get it converted to a G36 or XM8, or I think a partial conversion would make a pretty nice DMR. I'd just add a threaded muzzle and convert it to take G36 mags. Tommybuilt also makes the PSG8 stock/grip/trigger assembly that takes AR15 fire controls. Add a nice bipod and scope and it would likely be a pretty sweet mid-range rifle.
Worth it? Spending 3500 on a plastic fantastic goober gun?
the sci fi nerd in me wants this rifle BAD. even without conversion i imagine they are nice shooters. havent seen how they group but with a heavy barrel i would hope it has tight groupings.
I genuinely just want one with the AR mag conversion and no other modification. It's such a cool rifle.
About 250 for the converted magwell and 400 for a g36 bolt. Have an sl8 on the way but gonna be a while before I can convert it.
Hey a modified 10rd sporter varmint HK SL8 is better than NO sl8! I'd take it.
thing makes a hell of a 500 yard sniper rifle.
@@johndoe-ek6vli saw a review on CZcams for accuracy, it was shooting like a bolt action rifle!!
@@Plainsimple67 I have one.. yes, it is extremely accurate. I might get the 'psg8' lower eventually with the geisselle trigger.
@@johndoe-ek6vl i picked it up for $1300.00, it's coming with match grade Trigger, most likely geisselie installed.
@@Plainsimple67 a match grade trigger is in the factory lower. It's better than the G36 trigger. That's a great price.
Great accuracy and nice to own. However 10 round mage cost $70. No kidding, they don't take AR mags.
Imagine that, a gun that's not an AR not taking AR mags. Dumb comment.
15:17 😳😂🤣💀😅
Btw thanks for helping out a fellow in californiastan.
I’m Thinking About Getting an HK-416 In 5.56 Did You Do a Video On That Already Misha 🤐🤐🤐
The 416 specifically? No, but did cover the MR556A1 in several past videos.
misha, why did god make an M27 clone somehow more expensive than a G36 clone?
Hell if I know? lol I've always thought the HK416 / M27 semis were crazy expensive for what they are.
How did you get a muzzle device on there? Moved from Cali to AZ a couple years ago and I can own whatever I want now.
Looks like a gun that is used in a video game.
Resident Evil 4
To much of a hassle to convert at this weight…..Now, who would take the Carmel over this one ?? Just a thought….
I want both. The Carmel seems more like a CZ Bren2
So the ones coming in the country now (at least some of them) are marked SL8-1. any idea what that is?
Yes, I do decuss the -1 a bit in this video.
@@misha5670 I knew about the original -1 but what I don't understand is why some of the 2022 production ones are marked -1 when they appear to be the same as the -6. I don't see anything different between these new -1 marked rifles and the -6
@@danielpope6498 HK just made them because it was the pattern. They changed to -6 during the run when the ATF approved it.
The magazines are a deal breaker for me.
Muck H&K why would they even bring this thing back smh
Why not? They've sold a few. Hell I bought one. I bought it for what it is, a 10rd target/varmint rifle. Not every firearm I own has a folding stock, bayonet lug, flash hider, pencil barrel, high capacity magazine, secret compartment or dildo attached.
@@cs-rj8ru Dildo attachments are crucial for modern warfare.
pins go the other way. love sayin that.
HK has to come up with a new import model submission that's easy for HK USA to do full deban stateside instead of sticking with the ban era submission. Similar to how any other importer desporterize the import model. Would sell well
That's not it. This rifle doesn't look this way because of the '94 AWB. None of the import bans (mostly '89 & '98) have been lifted. Ontop of that, HK-USA is not interested in selling a semi G36 in the US.
good 1
Misha lift it with 2 fingers must be very lightweight.
I'm a strong fingerer.
That whole video and you didnt even shoot it!?!?
Resident Evil 4 sniper rifle
I never could bring myself to buy the Clinton gun
Hk just did this to spite the American market. Would love to own one... in its original configuration for a quarter of the price.
NO, MELTS
As much as I love HK, Sig556 is a way cooler rifle even when compared to a real G36.
Can't go with you there. The real G36 is unique (love or hate it). The HK416 is a nice gun but basically a piston driven AR15/M4.
@@misha5670 It's nice, but not as nice as the Swiss(forgot the Swiss designation now)/Sig 556. I think the design is just a little too bulky for a 556 and would be way better if it were in 308.
I have zero interest in the SL8. Luckily HK bought us the SP5 so we're good!
H&K has been making trash rifles after the G3. I can literally see Philips head screws on the rifle 💀 such trash rifles, save your money don't buy h&k
not the stock factory top rail. its garbage.
Gun laws
I never understood why some guys go goo goo over the SL8, unless you are getting it converted by Tommy Built I dont see the point.
because it's a good marksman rifle and the g36 is actually a shitty assault rifle (spare me the stupid semantics or i'll say assault rifle again).
HK is overrated you pay too much for what you get, buy a German automobile not overpriced polymer
bullshit, you get much better quality from HK than most other companies that use inferior materials and processes. But go on, enjoy being a poor who buys jam o matics.
Misha if you can guess my age then I will give you a hug