Daniel Defense® rifles are some of the toughest, most modular rifles on the market, thanks in part to the brand’s Rail Interface System. Combine an M4 carbine upper receiver, ambidextrous controls, and other upgrades, such as a cold hammer forged barrel, and you have the perfect rifle for everything from range practice to competitive shooting. Here are five features Daniel Defense® rifle owners love.

The RIS II and RIS III Rail System

The RIS II system is a revolutionary two-piece rail system originally developed for the United States Special Operations Command and is still used on many of the brand’s M4-style offerings. This free-floating Picatinny quad rail ensures accuracy while providing plenty of room for accessories. The RIS III continues that legacy but swaps out the Picatinny ladder on three sides for the popular M-LOK attachment system. It’s even lighter but offers all the same versatility, durability, and accuracy.

Fully Ambidextrous Controls

If you’re familiar with the AR family of rifles, you should instantly know the controls of a Daniel Defense® Block 2 M4. Even better, they are fully ambidextrous, providing better control no matter which hand you use to hold your rifle. Depending on the model, it might have an ambi bolt catch, safety, or mag release button. You can easily operate the controls without moving or removing your dominant hand from the grip, which is crucial in situations where you need to hold the rifle with your off-hand.

Cold Hammer Forged Barrel

If you know anything about AR-style rifles, you know that bore-to-chamber alignment can make or break your shooting experience. That’s why Daniel Defense® has invested in their cold hammer forging process, ensuring every rifle has the most precise bore-to-chamber alignment possible. It’s a longer, more expensive manufacturing process than typical barrel production, but the results will speak for themselves at the range.

6-Bolt Mounting

Both the RIS II and RIS III use a patented blast-proof six-bolt attachment system. This robust mounting system is more than capable of withstanding the abuse of a range day. It’s even designed to withstand the recoil from grenade launchers. Durability and dependability are in the DNA of Daniel Defense®, and this feature is just one of many that help establish the industry standard.

Ambi Charging Handle

Picture this: You’re hunting out in the field, you reach to quickly charge your M4A1, but you fan the wrong side. Now your hand hurts, the bolt isn’t charged, and your quarry has run off into the woods. This won’t happen with a Daniel Defense® rifle. The GRIP-N-RIP independently ambi charging handle offers you a better shooting experience, so you can use either hand to fan it. Plus, it’s designed with anti-gas features, perfect for use with a suppressor.

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