"The Jack" represents the efforts of Haley Strategic Partners and Bravo Company Manufacturing to bring the ideal, do-all AR15 to market.
Though the rifle bears the HSP name, The Haley Strategic Partners Jack Carbine is not a limited-edition, boutique gun. It will be a fully stocked, indefinitely supported AR configuration offered by BCM.
Every effort went into making The Jack a hard-working gun that will appeal to shooters from all backgrounds. Looking at its specs and furniture, the optic-ready gun will run straight out of box as a patrol, competition, ranch or range carbine. This is no safe queen.
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The heart of the gun is BCM's mid-length gas system on a 14.5" barrel. Travis Haley worked for a couple of years with BCM to perfect their mid-length system. He's fired many tens of thousands of rounds through The Jack as he tested the gun with its current component layout. Perhaps the most important feature of this AR15 is its proven foundation which has been run for several years, and has shown itself to be a reliably functioning production carbine.
The 14.5" barrel is brought to a legal overall length of 16 inches with the new BCM compensator pinned and welded in place. While the layout with the new 10" Geiselle rail, Inforce WML-HSP light, HSP/IWC Thorntail offset light mount, BCM Gunfighter charging handle and MOD 1 grip, B5 Systems SOPMOD Bravo stock and the Disruptive Grey Cerakote finish from Joint Force Enterprises are noteworthy the core is the solid weapon in use by plenty of LEO and civilian shooters already.
GearScout has a little over 6,000 rounds through the Bravo Company MFG 14.5" midlength configuration, and have had ZERO issues of any kind, regardless of ammunition used. We also have our hands on the upcoming BCM compensators (both sizes), and with over 1k on the model which comes on The Jack, we can say we are comfortable with its recoil and flash mitigation. While it is not a dedicated flash suppressor, it does knock the flash down well, especially when used with a duty spec ammunition. Cheaper flame thrower ammo will still light up your day. Compensation is good with a linear feel, and blast is substantially less concussive than some of the other hybrid compensators on the market.
With some components of this gun appearing on the market for the first time, there will be a lot of buzz around The Jack. Lots of people are going to want to hear about the performance of that B5 SOPMOD Bravo stock, BCM's compensator, and the 10" M4 version of Geissele's Super Modular Handguard.
The gun is MSRPed at $2,145. While this is not an inexpensive AR, you'd probably have a tough time building the gun yourself for less. As an optics-ready platform, The Jack will make a great first gun for an AR enthusiast that wants to start out with a worry free performance platform. Experienced shooters with more money than time (rare, I know) will embrace the value of a well spec'd and reliable BCM, off-the-shelf build. Jack Carbines are available to order now on BravoCompanyUSA.com.
It's also worth noting that HSP is offering $200 off the cost of one of their classes with the purchase of an HSP Jack rifle.
With delays and problems common in small run "signature/ designer" weapons, it is nice to see HSP and BCM taking a different approach.
Full specs after the jump.
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nextpageUPPER RECEIVER
BCMGUNFIGHTER Mod 4 Charging Handle
Receivers Machined from Aluminum Forgings 7075-T6
Receivers Hardcoat Anodize per MIL-A-8625F, Type III, Class 2
M4 Feed Ramp Flat Top Receiver
10" Geissele Super Modular Rail
GAS SYSTEM
Mid-Length Gas System
ACCESSORIES
Diopter Front Folding Battle Sight
Rear Folding Battle Sight from Troy Industries
Haley Strategic Thorntail Offset Light Mount
Inforce WML-HSP (Momentary Only White Light Black Body)
B5 Systems SOPMOD Bravo Stock
1 Black USGI Aluminum Magazine
LOWER RECEIVER
Receivers Machined from Aluminum Forgings 7075-T6
Receivers Hardcoat Anodize per MIL-A-8625F, Type III, Class 2
Low Shelf for RDIAS Installation - Installation of a registered drop-in auto sear allows weapon to fire on full automatic
Low Shelf for Accuwedge Use - Accuwedge Stabilizes fit between upper/lower receiver
Un-notched Hammer Compatible with 9mm Use
ALG Defense ACT Trigger
Fire Controls Marked SAFE and SEMI
B5 Systems Enhanced Trigger Guard
B5 Systems Receiver End Plate QD with Small D Loop QD Sling Swivel
BCM Milspec 7075-T6 Receiver Extension
USGI Mold M4 Stock Staked M4 Lock Nut
USGI H Buffer (1 USGI Tungsten, 2 Steel)
BARREL
Independently Certified Mil-Spec 11595E Barrel Steel
14.5" Government Profile Barrel
Pinned/Welded BCMGUNFIGHTER Compensator for a 16" Civilian Legal Barrel
1/7 Twist Rate
HPT (High Pressure Test, per Milspec) Barrel
MPI (Magnetic Particle Inspected, per Milspec) Barrel
M4 Feed Ramp Barrel Extension
USGI 5.56mm NATO Chambers
Chrome Lined Bore and Chamber
Manganese Phosphate Barrel Finish on Entire Barrel
BOLT
Bolt Machined from Mil-Spec Carpenter No. 158® Steel
HPT Bolt (High Pressure Tested/ Proof)
MPI Bolt (Magnetic Particle Inspected)
Shot Peened Bolt
Tool Steel Extractor
CARRIER
Chrome Lined Carrier (AUTO)
Chrome Lined Gas Key
Gas Key Hardened to USGI Specifications
Grade 8 Hardened Fasteners Key
Staked Per Mil-Spec
BCM Extractor Spring
Black Extractor Insert
WEIGHT
6lbs 11oz w/o Lights and Mount
6lbs 15oz w Lights and Mount
MSRP $2145
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