M&P 15 Sport 2 / 3500 Round Follow-up Review / Most Reliable AR-15
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- Опубліковано 15 чер 2022
- Rock solid, time tested, pinpoint accuracy, and reliable as the sun, the best bang for buck AR15. The Smith and Wesson M&P 15 Sport 2 is all about quality, reliability, and superior performance. Basic features, specs, what you get with this gun, how it compares to the competition, will be explained. This is a better overall rifle than the Diamondback DB15, Palmetto State Armory PA-15, Anderson AM-15, Sig Sauer M400, Springfield Saint series, IWI Zion Z15, and the Ruger AR-556 IMO. This is one of the most reliable rifles you can buy at a great budget price, I paid $699 for mine but have seen them up to $100 cheaper then that. If you want a rifle with all the accessories, use this as your starting platform. Red dot sight, handguard / forend, butt stock, grip, M16 full auto bcg, muzzle break, suppressor, whatever it may be! A great choice for sporting, home / self defense, hunting, and collections. Comment with your thoughts below, enjoy!
Indeed, one of the most underrated, and yet, one of the best built, durable, and accurate AR-15 5.56 platforms (at an affordable price for us, working middle-class Americans) is the: *S&W M&P 15 Sport 2.*
"Gucci" rifles are expensive, but, truthfully speaking, most civilians do not need those fancy accessorized rifles.
*Go Smith & Wesson M&P 15!!!* 💪🏼😎🇺🇲
Amen
was regular army 1987-1991. was issued M-16A2. i bought this M&P15 last year and i love it
Glad to hear it Mike!
Mike,I was regular army too-1995-2001-got out May-2001.I own 2 M-4s-1 M-16 A2-1 M-203 with grenade launcher. I mid 2004 I went to Iraq with the Texas National Guard ( I volunteered for 4 deployments ) to Camp TQ,it was an infantry unit,we did joint ops with the marines.It was a marine fob-GO-MARINES !!! LOL. Went for the ACTION and a challenge.In Iraq at the time it was a 140 degrees,when the temp dropped to 90 degrees I was shivering. LOL. 4 months into our tour,some special forces guys came thru our ECPs( entry-control-points )with an 88 vehicle convoy,it was the Iraqee National Guard (they guard were infamously known for throwing down their weapons and running during a fire-fight ) as the last special forces gun-trucks was going thru our gates one of them remarked-Hey,we've heard about you infantry guys-KEEP-UP the GOOD work.OH,man,our heads swelled with PRIDE !!! Don't know till this day if the SF guys were bull&&&&&&& us or not,but,that compliment/comment made us go even harder at the enemy.It went a LONG way.My first tour lasted till Dec-2005,then decided to go do back-to-back tours with another unit. GO-GUARD !!! LOL. SEMPER-FI
@@powerbad696 powerbad, i still like the 20 inch A2 better than modern 16 inch M4s. do you agree?
@@mikehascats26 I agree.But,for clearing buildings,houses and rooms the M-4 is much better,especially with the adjustable stock. M-250 may replace the 249 and the M-4 may get replaced too by the army.Was having lots of trouble with the M-4/M-16 A2 in desert terrain tho,sand gets into everything. Lot of malfunctions too,at the most inconvient times. just my thoughts.
I also served from 87-91.
Ft. Lewis, Korea, & Ft. Bragg.
I have 2 and love them.
I’ve had mine for about 5 years now, and I have ran way over 3,000 rounds, I have never ran into any issues with this firearm, a well built firearm, great job by S&W…
That's good to hear!
My M&P Sport II Eats everything. Steel, no issue. Surprisingly, it ran cleaner than I was expecting. I'm totally satisfied
I have had my M&P 15 Sport 2 for a few months now and I agree with you completely! Accurate, reliable, easily upgraded and a great value. It just works every single time. Great AR-15. It may be bare bones but it does everything I want it to, shoot every time. It reminds me of my glock's, it shoots every single time!!!
I bought one 7 years ago, never fails to function. I was even more surprised at how accurate it was. great video, I just subscribed and looking forward to more videos.
His review was the final reason why i got mine and im glad i did
I bought one recently, not because of this review but it's been in my list. The fore grip is cheap and has no heat shield. I purchased the Magpul moe furniture set and was able to swap it all out in about 10-15 minutes tops. I recommend doing this. Take care
@@mrglock2313 when i got mine i ended up getting a quad rail and magpul furniture for the rest
@@keywan84 awesome 😎
@@mrglock2313just got one is it nice?
I just got one.👍🏽 It’s a awesome AR-15.
And this gentleman that do a awesome job talking about this firearm makes me that much more glad for my purchase. Keep up the good work. Be Safe.
Same here. I bought both this and the S&W M&P 10 back in 2020 and have been shooting them on the regular. I got them both free-floated. I've had minor issues with the 10 because of the ammo. Both rifles shoot sub-MOA at 100 for sure... still. I love them both.
I’ve been looking to get AR and this is the one I’ll go with. I really appreciate your reviews I’ve actually made a gun purchase before based on your review. Best on UA-cam.
Thanks man! I'll try and keep rollin em out!
This review validates My opinion of this rifle. Thank you for your time and efforts .
No problem, thanks Richard!
Great review. I have that exact model. You do a great job covering the features and operations from front to rear.
Great video. I literally just got back from looking at a particular AR-15 (APR) and the salesperson suggested the M&P sport ll and I was impressed with it and found your information very informative and definitely will buy one on Friday. They will be on sale. Thanks for the great content it really helped me out. Have a good night.
Enjoy your positive upbeat charisma about the gun. I just got one myself and love everything about it. Thanks for a great video.
Awesome review! Can't wait to get mine!
Very informative video, bud. Best I’ve seen so far as a matter of fact. I was feeling a little “inadequate” when I bought this rifle initially. (AR comparisons turn into dick measuring competitions quickly) but your review reassured me I made a sound investment. I’m gonna add a few upgrades but pretty much leaving it alone. 👍
Excellent review, just purchased my MP15 last month.
Very good review. Had mine 5 years love it.
My first AR, definitely happy with it. According to the reviews it’s considered one of the top dogs of the “budget” AR’s.
Thanks for the review, it made up my mind what to go with.
What a nice, thorough review!!! Excellent job!
Thanks Dave!
Excellent review 😊
Thanks for the full info 😎 Bro
Great information. Thanks for the review
You sold the hell out of this gun!! SW needs to put you on they’re team. Nice review I got one on the way.
Awesome man! its gna be a good rifle for ya. If I could work with SW one day I'd be thrilled lol it's a long shot
My uncle gave me the sight ready one with a four power p sniper scope about three years ago. I love it and will never get rid of it!
Just purchased mine a week ago and picking up today..Was already feeling confident in my purchase but now I'm even more impressed..thanks for your this awesome review.
Hey thanks alot man!
Well that does it!! I'm definitely going to get one now. I love my AK'S but I think I need to diversify. Thanks for putting out great content. Keep on keepin on brother!!
Thanks Rob!
"love my Aks" congratulations this is the best comment. all hail Rob.
@@jonstolarski if it will add a little sunshine into your life? 'Hail Rob'...if nothing else, so Jonathan feels better.
Right on mane. I have both platforms. Could not be happier
Bought mine at RK Guns for $749 about 3 years ago. Yes it’s a basic but what I like about it is you can customize it at your own pace and it’s a good rifle.
Good review, thanks!
Thanks for your review. It is very helpful and appreciated
No problem, thanks man!
I like the review I have been looking for a entry level ar and you've done a great review will definitely be picking one up and practice. Thanks
Awesome man! Yeah I think this is the best bet for most people. Still never had one problem with mine
Thx for your review.
Love mine had it for 7 years
Any jams or issues? How many rounds have u shot
Well a year later and I was interested in the SW MP AR’s and came across your very good video on this firearm of course it’s discontinued so I guess it will be the sport3. Anywho , thanks man this info and your time really helps. I love SW firearms and I’m glad they make a AR with great reliability like your pistols. Cheers and thanks 👍🏻
The sport 3 is the sport 2 with a different handguard basically 👍
I just got my Sport II and it came with the Crimson Trace red/green dot site and the soft sided carrying case with 3 mag pouches and I'm very pleased. I can turn the dot on/off easily. I'm so happy with the rifle. I don't see any reason for adding anything further other than a sling. I've carried the S&W Shield .40 for years and trust it everyday.
I have that one. This is the perfect rifle.
Great review. Feels like a solid 5.56. Can hardly wait to try it out.
Getting one tomorrow, this will be my first AR. Pretty excited now since I seen your video. Wish you would of broke it down though. Ty for the great video.
I’ve had my S&W M&P II for over three years and I don’t see any reason to upgrade. I have also shot a lot of the steel case ammo. No problems with the extractor, no wear and no malfunctions. One of the best purchases I have ever made.
Great to hear!
Just purchased one today. Thanks for the video
Awesome! Enjoy that thing, it should be great for ya
@@bikesandbangs And especially right now Smith & Wesson is doing a $100 rebate on them
Would love to see an update review at 10,000 rounds. I have one myself, love it!
Well said.. WELL DONE. S&W IS ALSO MY FAVORITE BRAND OF GUN..
The gun is awesome. Accurate as hell!
rock solid, bare bones, affordable, my kind of firearm, i did overlook this, truly thank you for review
Hey thanks a bunch man!
Me and my son got ours three years ago and then made them matching with mag pul furniture. They have been great guns and I actually just bought another one today at Rural King for $549 on sale and like you out of the two we have we have yet to have a malfunction, and we don’t clean guns very often!
I just stumbled upon this follow up video. 3,500 trouble free rounds is a great testament to the Sport II's reputation of a top quality carbine at an affordable price. Thank you for sharing your experience. 👍👍
No problem! Thanks man
super excited for mine I just got me one on layaway, my brother has like 4 different ones and I've recently started getting into going to the range
I just recently purchased an mnp15 I put some upgrades on mine! M lock handguard, CTR buttstock, and also a better hand grip! great rifle no complaints! Great video God bless!
Awesome man! Thanks Ian 👍
I spent some money upgrading and accessorizing my M&P 15 Sport 2, and it was all worth it. No regrets. It is a faaantastic, reliable, accurate rifle for a lot less than the "Gucci" AR'S.
Great video. Been debating on which model to pick for my first ever rifle, and it's looking like I'll be going with the sport 2.
Great gun, I got mines two years ago during covid and shot around a thousand rounds. I would say right out of the box update your handguard. It will burn your hands when shooting. You can get an affordable handguard with a heatshield for 20 dollars (Magpul).
Any updates?
Dude, you should be a Sales rep for S&W! Well done.
I bought one in may.So far all Good. Only 120 rounds through it.
Great Video
Thanks Bill
I’ve been debating which one to purchase. I must say that, after a good amount of time on YT and a couple local gun shops, this is the one I’ll be purchasing, but with the MLOK.
My last AR was a Bushmaster XM15. I really enjoyed that one and it was closest, for me, to the M16 I used in the 70s. (Post Vietnam).
I'm selling mine because I got my dream rifle (hellion). Had it for 3 years and I have nothing but praise for it. Great first rifle to learn the basics but I can definitely recommend it as a "forever" rifle for people that only want one rifle.
Yeah it's just a simple, reliable shooter. Tough to beat the value. Those hellions are interesting, I haven't got to play around with one yet
@@bikesandbangs The hellion is not for everyone. The form factor and the trigger is enough to keep people away. But those are issues that can be trained through. I just wanted a compact platform without sacrificing ballistic performance that can be easily surpressed. Plus, I'm a Croat...
Why sell? You can never have to many guns.😊
I bought my Sport II in fall '16 (I give Hilary! credit for the sale). The sights and maker (I immediately painted over the M&P billboard) were what sold me out of a number of options; I didn't have to pay even more to get a sight before shooting it). Around 5k rounds, and the only problem I've had was a fouled chamber from shooting steel case ammo, but a good chamber scrub cleared it up.
With Magpul furniture and a 3x scope, this keeps my AR itch scratched.
I put a Swampfox 1x4 LPVO on mine and can't wait to sight it in...
I paid 500 used at a pawn shop and it was already pimped out with a better stock, quad raid, fore grip etc.....nice bag with four mag pouches. I like the original mag pull sights. Only thing i did was add a tac light. I have one 40 rd mag and four 30 rd mags.....all loaded and ready.
I have the M&P15 gen 1, love this rilfe but two issues I've encountered - picatinny tail was under specds for two different holosun mounts I tried, the extractor spring needed to be replaced at 2500 rnds due to failure to eject, but I have only ever ran reloads through it.
One of the best reviews I've ever seen thank you very much....
Thank you
I have the same rifle and its flawless. I run alot of Steel ammo and it spits it out all day long. I would agree- 5 stars!!
I love mine, i didnt like the trigger so much - it feels great but my sear had a small issue, but its a cheap and easy upgrade. I have 2 others ARs but i seem to always grab this one omw to the range.
It's a great gun with out a doubt.
Thanks for sharing. Bare bones AR15 is all I need.
Then this might be your best bet
@@bikesandbangs It's what I have.
Zero problem with mine also. I eventually sold the upper with PSA lower, but still am using the lower with Daniel Defense upper as my main rifle. Trigger isn’t impressive, but it’s still feels way more accurate than I can shoot so I don’t care. From my experience it’s the best entry level AR you can buy. 👍
Love it!
Its an amazing platform...great vid...I just paid 800...this was 500 not long ago lol...put an mlok forend on , magpul stock as well ...great ar15 platforms Indeed !
so i just picked up a m&p15 but mine doesn't have the MP logo instead it has the actual smith & wesson SW logo that is usually found on the opposite side? is mine a different model?
Only thing I did not like about the rifle is its factory shield. I had to buy a front stock with metal liner. Other than that it's been very reliable and accurate.
I don't have 3000 rnds through mine yet but still very happy with it
I got mine for 700. Best rifle for that price range all the parts are high quality and mine has never jammed
Add a sling, magpul handguard, weapon light, optic and you have yourself an excellent all around rifle!
I have all, except an optic. I saw a vid of someone shooting a little over 200 yards with an optic.
I have one and I also have a DDM4V7. my m&p just does not quit spitting the rounds out it chugs and chugs so does my DD but my SW is less than half the cost and accuracy is give or take the same
Nice video! I own 2 Colts and have been thinking about getting the M&P. Do the upper and lowers fit snug, and do these have M4 feed ramps?
They fit as snug as I'd want them too. Still able to pull the pins out by hand without problems. And yes they do use M4 feed ramps
Have Gen 1. No issues.
Can you attach a carry handle?
I just got mine. I wanted a Sport II because of the aesthetics I like it more than the Sport III. Mine doesn't have an MP15 logo on the right hand side, but a big S&W blacked out logo which I like better. Other than that it's the exact same.
I want 1 can decide Aero or Smith w good video
Im happy with both my M&P sport 2 rifles. Switched my handguards out for Colt with heat shields for $12. Get yourself a Holosun 510c green dot...you wont be disappointed. This weapon has the Rittenhouse seal of approval ....saved his bacon from an entire mob of idiots attacking him.
True that! Glad he’s alive and glad he got through all the nonsense. Still looking forward to him suing the media. Looking forward to picking up the 2 I just ordered. My first budget rifles. Mainly for them cause of all the great reviews and as a middle finger to the house passing HB 1808.
Lmao that’s the reason why I want the m&p, Ritttenhouse sauce
I just bought one of these a couple weeks ago. Only difference is now they don't have the white M&P on the side, but rather a black engraved S&W logo.
Agreed!
Love mine. Bought it off your initial video. Hand guard was instantly ripped off and thrown in my friend's trash can 1 mile from Cabela's, lol. Need something with a heat shield. More importantly, as a watch hoarder, tell me about this one on your wrist?
Nice! Lol it's a Bobobird watch, gift from the girlfriend, top secret message on the back of it 😎
everyone says that a SR15 or a DDm4 or a LMT is the gun you need for a SHTF situation, as much as those rifles are amazing you need to remember some time they wont perform properly with different types of ammo, BUT the M&P 15 II will cycle every 5.56/.223 out there as it was pointed out in the video, thats why this gun is an outstanding rifle, yeah it needs better furniture but other than that its ROCK SOLID.
One thing I’ll say, if you want a new extended hand guard. It’s a little more than a couple minutes and easy. Couple new tools, and a bit more minutes is more like it.
I own a used one, and a brand new own
I love mine what a great rifle 3 years no problems aT ALL I HAVE A 1/8 THATS THE BEST YOU SHOOT MORE ACCURATE WITH ANY AMMO N MINE CAME WITH THE ALUMINIUM FRONT HAND GURD WITH 4 RAILS ON HER !
Let the haters start!
Goon job Micha! I m baffled by all that AR snobbery I've been seeing. Days gone by, ya bought a rifle, accurized it, and shot it. What's different?
i wonder if you stuck with the iron sights or added an optic?
Currently have the irons and a Sig Romeo 5. Have a review of that optic on this rifle. Check it out if ur curious!
I've only shot Independence ammo through mine and had some fte's, double feeds. Hoping it's the ammo, which I've read is garbage. I have pmj 5.56, 55 grain that I'm doing to try. If I still have issues it's going to Smith and Wesson.
Undecided which one I will get the M&P or Ruger 5.56 🤔
Smith Wesson ar15 and ar10 are great because the furniture can be changed to magpul with different colors. Fde or od green or grey. Other rifles can’t be changed
Everything is perfect👌 but I didn’t like music on background🆘
The Vietnam era and actually on to the 1980’s the 1/12 twist and 55 grain round moving out 3 times the speed of sound was devastating.looking at classified video probably unclassified by now,some enemy combatants didn’t look happy,the round was unstable by design..we moved on to the 62 grain penetrator,isreal still uses as most enemy combatants in there spere of influence don’t wear body armor,folks can still get the M193 55 grain round,but finding a 1/12 twist barrel you’d probably have to find a retro rifle or a barrel maker that supplies them,but civilians follow the military so when they went 62 grain 1/7 that was it…1/8 1/9 are optimal..military wanted to go 1/8 but 1/7 stabilized tracers better,and as they say the rest is history..
Good info Stacy, thanks!
All facts, thanks Stacy Bowen.
@@bikesandbangs what can I buy so it won’t recoil too much ??
You could get a different stock, add a muzzle break, but in the grand scheme of rifle calibers, 223 and 5.56 are kinda at the bottom of the spectrum in terms of recoil. A heavier gun would help eat some of the recoil, but I would pry just work on your shooting stance and grip for recoil before trying to buy accessories
@@bikesandbangs I ended up buying the Colt M4 carbine AR
Good point on ammo. My M&P15 spits out anything. I have a mini 14 and the firing pin broke. I called Ruger and they recommend not using cheap Russian steel cased ammo. Supposedly the primers are very hard according to them. That type of reply doesn’t inspire confidence in the mini.
Yeah I got mine close to 7 years ago. I haven't really shot it that much, so it's still like new. Lots of things happened since I got it so that I haven't gone to the range or desert in years. I only replaced the muzzle device with a VG6 Epsilon muzzle break, which really mitigated the little recoil it had. I added a sling, light brace with light, and a red dot. It's heavier but it's not a big deal since I hardly use it. If and when I get more active, I'll build another one after I buy the necessary remaining parts.
Yea this is a great rifle, but it sux how people in the AR COMMUNITY are snobs and knock this rifle cuz it's not a $2000 rifle. I honestly can't complain. It's a great platform to start with and you can just modify it. Great video
Hey thanks man, I totally agree with you 👍
I bought one and put magpul furniture on it with a magpul sling and a holosun red dot. Total $1000.
Nice man, how do u like ur holosun?
@@bikesandbangs Its good value and solid.
Did you clean it when you got it out of the box?
I did not, straight to the range
Had mine since 2016....Flawless! And I have had it easily on 24" x 24" steal at six hundred yards just using a Nikon p223 scope, which if anyone knows only hows BDC hashtags up to 400 yrds, but the guns accuracy made it easy to adjust. Outstanding rifle for the price.
Would love to get one, but my local gunstore is selling them for $800!! My buddy loves his, but said it is def not worth the price they're asking!
They r pry going to be $800 at my store soon too. The prices keep going up on everything. If $800 is the cheapest I could find one I'd still buy another for that. Still the most reliable rifle I own
@@bikesandbangs I would like to say because of your video, I just got myself one today! It was $691 with taxes included! It was the optics ready variant with an Magpul M-lok hand guard, so I figured I would slap a Romeo 5 on it and get a very good rifle for $200 less than retail! Thank you for giving such a great review on it!
800$ for a ar 15 that can hit 3000 maybe more rounds without breaking or jamming is a steal ur buddy don't know what he's talking about he probably just a cheap asss😂 I spent 2500 on a Daniel Defense ar an yet I hear these Smith an wessons keep up with then in terms of reliability
I have this rifle, I just don't know any places that will allow me to shoot on their range.