Description
The Black Rain Spec+ Patriot Obsidian Flag is a 16 inch AR-15 rifle in 5.56 NATO from the Black Rain Ordnance Spec+ Series, finished in the Obsidian Flag pattern. This listing is UPC 697067862704. It ships with a 30 round magazine, weighs about 7 lb 8 oz, and measures 34 in. overall.
Black Rain Spec+ Patriot Obsidian Flag Overview
The Spec+ Series is the Black Rain way of putting custom-shop looks on a rifle priced closer to a standard production AR. The rifles share the same forged receivers, 4150V barrels and nitrided bolt carriers, and the finish is where they stand apart. The Patriot line wraps the receivers and handguard in flag patterns, for shooters who want their rifle to show where they stand.
Receiver and Finish
The upper and lower are Spec15 forged aluminum receivers, the strongest common way to make AR receivers. This rifle wears the Obsidian Flag finish, an American flag rendered in black and grey tones for a subdued look that still shows the stars and stripes up close. The pattern is a Cerakote style ceramic coating with a lightly distressed look, so it resists solvents and scratches, and normal wear blends right in.
Barrel and Gas System
The 16 inch 4150V Chromoly barrel is the common choice for a general purpose AR: handy indoors and in a truck, yet long enough to keep good velocity at 200 to 300 yards. The rifle runs direct impingement with a .750 low profile gas block that sits under the handguard. It is not adjustable, which keeps the system simple and reliable with standard 55 and 62 grain loads.
Bolt Carrier Group
The Spec15 bolt carrier group has a salt bath nitride finish. It is hard, slick and resists corrosion, and carbon wipes off it more easily than off bare phosphate. Keep it lightly oiled and it will run through long range days without fuss.
Handguard, Trigger and Furniture
The 15 in. M-LOK slim handguard gives room for a light, a sling mount and a forward hand position. The trigger is a mil-spec G.I. unit. It is not as crisp as a match trigger, but it is reliable and easy to upgrade later. The Magpul MOE grip and stock are proven, comfortable and adjust for length of pull.
Adding Optics
The flat top upper takes a red dot, an LPVO or a magnified scope. The rifle comes without sights, so plan on adding an optic or backup iron sights before your first range trip. A red dot with a 1x to 6x LPVO covers most home defense, training and hunting roles.
Choosing Ammunition
For practice, 55 grain FMJ is the most affordable choice. For accuracy work, try 69 or 77 grain match loads. For hunting coyotes and other varmints, choose a bullet built to expand. Brass cased ammunition from a known maker is the most reliable choice in any AR.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Clean and oil the bolt every few hundred rounds and check the gas key screws now and then. Most failures in a direct impingement rifle trace back to a dry bolt, so lubrication matters more than scrubbing.
State Laws
Some states limit AR-15 rifles or magazines over 10 rounds. Check your state and local laws before you order. Pennsylvania buyers can transfer this rifle at our Collegeville shop or at any FFL.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Black Rain Ordnance, Spec+ Series
- Model: Spec+ Patriot Obsidian Flag
- UPC: 697067862704
- Caliber: 5.56 NATO / .223 Rem
- Action: Semi-automatic, direct impingement
- Capacity: 30 rounds
- Receivers: Spec15 forged aluminum
- Barrel: 16 in. 4150V
- Bolt carrier: Spec15, nitrided
- Gas: .750 low profile, non-adjustable
- Handguard: 15 in. M-LOK slim
- Trigger: Mil-spec G.I.
- Muzzle: Castle flash suppressor
- Furniture: Magpul MOE grip and stock
- Overall length: 34 in.
- Weight: 7 lb 8 oz
Before You Buy
Federal law requires this rifle to ship to a licensed FFL dealer for transfer with a background check. Black Rain states that Spec+ rifles currently ship with a castle flash suppressor rather than the A2 flash hider seen in some older product photos. Black Rain also notes that a Magpul MBUS Pro offset front sight may need modification to fit.
Who It Is For
The Black Rain Spec+ Patriot Obsidian Flag is a great fit for shooters who want a dependable AR-15 with a patriotic finish that stands out at the range.
Buy the Black Rain Spec+ Patriot Obsidian Flag at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Black Rain Spec+ Patriot Obsidian Flag online and ship it to your local FFL dealer, or browse our full selection of firearms for more rifles. For factory details, visit Black Rain Ordnance.
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